QC Technician

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.At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in, and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.QC Technician I/II (2002468) – Parma, IDThe Quality Control (QC) technician executes tests on samples of vegetable seed lots following accredited company protocols. This position is in the Emergence Team performing germination and physical purity testing. The team works together to provide accurate and reliable test results to ensure the satisfaction of our customers.Responsibilities:· Prepare, perform, and complete routine germination and purity quality control tests in a timely and accurate manner according to standardized protocols while maintaining a strong connection to the team and contributing to the lab’s output.· Proactively seek out information to help solve any identified problems. Identify areas for improvement, take ownership of tasks and consistently follow up on ideas. Contribute and/or lead various improvement projects (KATA/CAPA/A3) while successfully meeting all established milestones.· Ensure training and proficiency records, equipment maintenance and calibration records, and other documents within the quality management system are accurate and current. Participate in internal and external audits. Perform annual document reviews and request amendment changes when processes are changed.· Effectively train co-workers and new employees in specialized tasks and activities to help ensure all team members follow and understand accredited procedures and protocols for consistent test performance according to internal standards and external rules and regulations. Promote a safe working environment for all co-workers and contractors.· Operate all lab equipment daily to ensure all settings are correct. Confirm all equipment is fit for use and maintained properly. Analyze data trends to proactively identify any possible equipment malfunctions and follow up on required actions to prevent equipment failure.· Coordinate with team lead and internal stakeholders to ensure timely performance of testing activities, alignment of Emergence priorities, and a team approach to problem solving.Knowledge/Skills· Detail and quality oriented. Able to perform repetitive work while maintaining interest.· Ability to complete tasks in a timely and professional manner with concrete deadlines.· Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.· Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment while maintaining mutual respect.· Ability to take initiative and ownership of tasks.· Highly motivated and able to learn and become proficient on all germination tests within one year and purity tests within two years.· Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate knowledge and understanding of overall function to other departments and teams.· Ability to effectively train new employees and co-workers in specialized tasks and activities.· Experience providing constructive feedback to others.· Proven history of building trust with coworkers.· Capable of learning and understanding the science and theory behind the method.· Ability to proactively and independently seek out information.· Ability to lead and complete process improvement projects using operational excellence methods.· Proficient in MS office applications including excel (working knowledge of formulas and functions, filter and sort data, work across sheets).· Apply trend analysis to monitor equipment performance.· Apply root cause investigation for troubleshooting.Required:High School Diploma/GED with 5 years lab experience OR Bachelors degree in Natural Sciences with 2 years lab experience

Desired:Bachelors degree in Natural Sciences

RST/CVT/CPT certification (through the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists)

Experience in agriculture/horticulture

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You…Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.BASF recognizes institutions of higher education accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.Job: PROD - Production, Maintenance & TechniciansOrganization: G-APV/OQ-Vegetable Seeds Operations-63022608Title: QC TechnicianLocation: ID-ParmaRequisition ID: 2002468