Lab Technician I

Savannah, GA.

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We are looking for a Lab Technician o join our Catalyst team in Savannah, GA.

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Come create chemistry with us!

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BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops andproduces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recyclingand related products and services.

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As a Lab Technician for our Catalyst business unit, you will start a meaningful career and you will be responsible to Conduct quality control testing on products manufactured by the BASF Savannah site facility in accordance with documented analytical test procedures as directed by the Quality Supervisor.

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The Savannah plant in particular manufactures and operates the following products: fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts, co-catalysts and additives used by petroleum refiners to convert crude oil into gasoline, other transportation fuels, heating oil, and petrochemical feed stocks.

• Set up, calibrate, and operate laboratory instrumentation such as analytical balances, pH and ion meters, microwave moisture analysis ovens, microwave digestion ovens, surface area analysis, atomic absorption, X-ray fluorescence and diffraction and particle size analysis.
• Operate computer-controlled instrumentation and be able to store and extract data.
• Prepare solutions, standards, and buffers according to standard formulas used in analytical analysis.
• Prepare quality control production samples such as microspheres, zeolites, FCC catalysts and alumina.

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• Have a High School Diploma or GED with 2-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Have an Associate´s Degree/Bachelor ’ s degree in chemistry/biology or related field or any higher education: No experience required.
• Are familiar with Laboratory Analysis and math calculations.
• Are willing and able to work 12-hour shifts, rotating from day to night shifts.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs, carrying up to 25 lbs.

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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!

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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

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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.

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