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Quality Control Technician

We are looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our Catalyst team in Vidalia, LA. Come create chemistry with us! BASF's Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services. As a Quality Control Technician in our Process Catalyst business, you will build a meaningful career while supporting BASF's Vidalia Louisiana manufacturing operations.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with strong emphasis on process safety, as well as safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through focus on lifelong learning and development.

During your 12-hour rotating shift as a Quality Control Technician, you will...

• Analyze raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure they meet customer requirements and document records for traceability.
• Follow established quality, safety and environmental procedures and policies.
• Author or update procedures.
• Operate Lab instruments in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintain Lab equipment, ensure adequate Lab supply inventories, conduct instrument calibrations/checks, etc.
• Maintain QC and Production Lab areas "5S" clean, organized, and safe.
• Work with SAP QM to manage the Quality Management process to fulfill customers' requirements.
• Order Lab supplies as needed to maintain desired working inventories.
• Generate ideas that improve the safety, efficiency and/or the overall effectiveness of the continuous improvement program in the laboratory.

The lab works a rotating shift on workdays, nights, and holidays. If you...

• Have a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Hold a High School Diploma or GED.
• Have the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Have relevant experience with basic laboratory instrumentation: titration, ovens, fumehoods, scales, vacuum pumps, and particle analyzer.
• Have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with SAP software.
• Have the ability to work with a diverse team including lab technicians, chemists, production, and logistics to ensure the best overall result for BASF.
• Be self-driven with a high degree of initiative and time management skills.
• Be highly organized, flexible, and capable of adapting to priority changes on a regular basis.
• Possess experience in a production environment.
• Have good oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF This position is part of the United Steelworkers Union and is covered under the collective bargaining agreement. All benefits are outlined in this agreement.

About us As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years! At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry.

After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career. Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

Pay transparency The pay rate for this role is $23.40 per the Union's collective bargaining agreement. Equal employment opportunities We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.