Laboratory Technician Apprentice

BASF SE • Sparta, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our Performance Materials team in Sparta, TN. As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice in our Sparta, TN facility, you will make an impact on the world with a fundamental focus on sustainability. As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will be a part of a team which ensures the quality of performance polymers! The products produced at the Sparta, TN site can be found in everyday products like auto interior, mirror, window housings, power tool housings, furniture applications, electrical switches, and wall plates and more! As you begin your apprenticeship, you will enroll in a BASF-specific Laboratory Technician Apprentice program. While attending classes, you will work and learn on-site at our Sparta, TN facility, which produces Nylon 6, Nylon 6/6, and Polyester colored specialty resins, guided by industry experts. BASF will cover the entire cost of your program, including textbooks!

Requirements

• Have a HS Diploma or GED
• Are able to work in a quality control laboratory and lift 50lbs
• Are able to work 12hr fixed shifts (day OR night/weekends and holidays)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform various physical and chemical testing on products manufactured at the facility as required by sample plans.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accurate data results.
• Operate and maintain molding machine for efficient physical test specimen preparation.
• Accurately perform tests and record results according to the QC area written procedures and test methods.
• Develop and write QC procedures, policies, and test methods.
• Aid in maintenance of the Quality Control Quality System and QC laboratory equipment.
• Become versed in quality data base systems and enter all test data in the proper system.
• Perform non-routine chemical and physical testing.

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED