Quality Control Chemist (Palmyra, MO, US, 63461) bei BASF – United States

Now hiring! Quality Control Chemist

We are looking for a Quality Control Chemist (Chemist II) to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in Palmyra, MO. Relocation assistance is available, if applicable.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As a Quality Control Chemist you will support and provide analytical method development, verification, and validation. You will support manufacturing troubleshooting efforts through non-routine analytical testing and be responsible for the introduction, setup, training, and transfer of new products, methodologies, and related laboratory instrumentation. 

As a Quality Control Chemist, you create chemistry by...

• Maintaining compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performing non-routine testing as needed to troubleshoot issues in the lab and manufacturing.
• Performing routine testing as needed for Hannibal-supported tollers and manufacturers.
• Performing method validations and verifications for the site and supported tollers/manufacturers with a focus on final products.
• Acting as Quality ORT Representative by introducing, setting up, training, and transferring new product methodologies and related laboratory instrumentation.
• Performing required method development for the site.
• Supporting continuous improvement (CI) projects as needed.
• Analyzing test results to ensure conformity and implementing necessary improvements.
• Researching and testing new analytical technologies for the lab and production.
• Supporting manufacturing in-line analyzers. 

If you...

• Possess a BS/BA degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Have a BS/BA with a minimum of 6 years of analytical laboratory experience; for MS/PhD, possess a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Have analytical laboratory work experience including data review, interpretation, and troubleshooting.
• Possess working knowledge of laboratory analytical testing techniques.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong organization skills.
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Have previous experience supporting in-line analyzers, a plus.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

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!

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

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