Chemical Plant Lab Technician

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Laboratory Technician Chattanooga, TN

Where the Chemistry Happens

We are seeking a professional like you to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for :

1) quality assurance testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished latex products within the scope of the BASF Quality Policy and ISO 9001 Quality Management System;

testing using pH, viscosity, and gas chromatography techniques

2) using appropriate software to evaluate data based on internal and external specifications

3) Entering shipping and receiving of raw material into SAP software and inventory for production

4) support the continuous improvement of lab and plant processes through QA / QC activities and meet and / or exceed customer expectations

5) Occasional loading of product on trucks and railcars in outside weather, especially on the night shift

6) Willing and available to work rotating 12 hour shifts - 32 days of dayshift (6am-6pm) then switch to 32 days of nightshift (6pm-6am)

Qualifications - External

Formula for Success

• 2-year associates degree or technical degree in Chemistry / Analytical testing or related field and lab experience OR High School diploma with 2 years of lab experience
• Experience with emulsion polymerization products is preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment on a rotating shift
• Basic understanding of general chemistry
• Basic understanding of theory, operation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, viscometers, spectrophotometers, pH meters, moisture solids analyzers, etc.
• Basic understanding of the techniques of quality assurance and quality control
• Basic understanding of math and statistics
• Basic understanding of ISO / RCMS quality system requirements
• Basic computer skills using software packages such as Microsoft Office, Infinity QS Proficient (SPC software), SAP, Lotus Notes, etc.

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