Quality Assurance Technician

Now hiring! Quality Assurance Technician

Livonia, MI

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We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Performance Materials team in Livonia, MI.

Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

As a Quality Assurance Tech for our Performance Materials business unit, you will build a meaningful career while supporting BASF Livonia’s batch manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing in process and final quality assurance testing activities in a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound manner.

**Role will be filled commensurate with experience.

During your straight 8 hour night shift as a Quality Assurance Technician, you will

• Perform required testing on raw materials, in-process batch samples and finished goods to determine if product specifications are met.
• Monitor and review instrument controls using routine instrument checks through calibration, verification, and/or validation, including operating auxiliary lab equipment (Band Saw, Water Baths, Centrifuge, etc.) as required to prepare and test batch performance against specifications.
• Modify and validate work procedures as required to ensure proper documentation of lab activities; inclusive of logbooks, databases, check sheets, worksheets, etc.
• Establish proficiency in and maintains daily input of data management systems such as SAP QM for purposes of COA generation, quality release, root cause analysis, NCM investigations and trend reporting
• Work closely with other lab shift technicians and operations to perform lab testing requirements and communicate results
• Actively participate in EHS initiatives and compliance, including adherence to established safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.

If you...

• Have a 4-Year technical degree in a scientific discipline; or a high school education with a minimum of 3 - 5 years in a QA/Testing lab experience or 7 years in a production role of a Urethane Systems batch plant.
• Have analytical and data analysis skills and are proficient in MSWord/Excel
• Are willing to work midnight shift and provide flexible coverage outside of these hours as needed
• Have SAP Quality Management (QM) System and ISO 9001 compliance experience this would be 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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Equal employment opportunities

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.

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