Senior Chemical Process Technician - Pilot Plant

Now hiring! Senior Chemical Process Technician - Pilot Plant

Beachwood, OH

Day Shift

We are looking for a Senior Technician to join our Battery Materials team in Beachwood, Ohio.

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protecion and social responsibility.

This position is in BASF’s Lithium-ion Battery Research and Development group in Beachwood, OH. The Senior Pilot Plant Technician carries out daily work in the calcination pilot plant.

• Operate a wide range of calcination pilot equipment (mixers, mills, furnaces, blenders, etc.) and support calcination of cathode active materials at 5–100 kg scale.
• Prepare raw materials accurately based on stoichiometric requirements and handle repeated lifting/transfer of 50 lb sacks while using PAPR and safety gear for extended periods.
• Record, communicate, and maintain accurate testing results, logs, and experimental observations for reports and technical documentation.
• Create experiments and maintain detailed documentation in an electronic lab journal; troubleshoot minor issues and adapt non‑conforming samples.
• Manage inventory, prepare shipping documents, and coordinate sample submissions while entering analytical results into electronic databases.
• Participate in team activities including safety, housekeeping, and maintaining proper storage and organization of sample inventory.
• Complete daily housekeeping and uphold consistent operational standards in the work area.

• Hold a BS in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field with 3+ years of experience; maintain an Associate degree with 5+ years of experience; or bring a high school diploma with 7+ years of laboratory experience.
• Demonstrate strong laboratory capabilities, including meticulous record‑keeping and safe handling of chemicals, materials, and equipment.
• Exhibit exceptional attention to detail and experience performing stoichiometric calculations.
• Show proven competence with laboratory instrumentation and analytical methodologies.
• Demonstrate a solid commitment to safety standards and familiarity with pilot‑plant operating protocols.
• Bring excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and documentation.
• Display proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF
. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!