QA/QC Technician

BASF SE•Sparks, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a QA/QC Technician to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Sparks, GA. The QC Laboratory Technician ensures the quality of products by performing physical and chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process and finished products in support of the manufacturing process. This position requires schedule flexibility to assist with vacation coverage of other team members when necessary (including some weekends and holidays) as well as some early-morning training responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years laboratory experience, or High School Diploma with minimum 2 years chromatography experience, or Bachelors Degree (BS) with minimum 2 years lab experience.
Strong math skills and strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledgeable of analytical techniques, understanding of proper chemical handling, use, storage and disposal.
Able to work a rotating shift that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Gas Chromatography (GC) and with Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectroscopy (LCMS)

Responsibilities

Analyze routine raw material, in-process, and finished good samples using various laboratory techniques including High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC) and other methodology such as particle size analyzer, density meter, viscometer, etc.
Provide timely and accurate documentation of all analytical data according to Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)
Escalate Out-of-Spec materials to QC Lab Supervisor for data review.
Aid in management of inventory of consumables such as HPLC columns, spare parts, reference standards, and control samples.
Complete routine troubleshooting and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Identify and implement process improvement in laboratory functions.
Strict adherence to established quality, safety and environmental standards is required
Handle and maintaine Hazardous and Nonhazardous Waste from Lab testing and Equipment per the site guidelines.

Benefits

Annual bonus
Overtime pay eligible
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!