QA/QC Technician

About the role

We are looking for a QA/QC Technician I to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Beaumont, TX. As a QA/QC Technician you will actively engage in EHS and Q policies to maintain a safe work environment, conduct thorough analysis and documentation of samples, review new analytical methods, ensure proper laboratory instrument functionality, develop and implement analytical methods for compliance, and collaborate with a diverse QC team while demonstrating strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all appropriate EHS and Q policies, actively participate in and support efforts to maintain a safe work environment for yourself and your colleagues and report unsafe acts or conditions in the laboratory to protect self and others from potential injury.
• Accurately analyze, document, and communicate results of raw material, in-process, and final product samples analysis to facilitate efficient operations and acceptable product quality.
• Review and evaluate new analytical methods and procedures prior to implementation and perform testing for special projects in support of continuous improvement efforts under direction of laboratory supervisor.
• Demonstrate your computer proficiency and knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems to help the site comply with the Product Assurance Plans and leverage your educational background in chemistry or a related scientific discipline to ensure laboratory instruments perform properly and are setup according to documented laboratory methods.
• Support operations by developing, documenting and implementing analytical methods for raw material and final product release, in-process control and environmental compliance utilizing HPLC, ICP, IC, GC-FID, GC-MS, FTIR, wet chemistry, physical chemistry, and other analytical techniques.
• Perform other laboratory tasks as directed by supervisor or quality manager, work as part of the diversified QC team to meet department goals and deliverables in fast-paced environment and demonstrate key soft skills such as strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, teamwork, critical thinking, and a good work ethic.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma with 6+ years of experience OR an associate degree or college level coursework in a scientific or technical discipline and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to solve basic mathematical problems, reading comprehension, mechanical aptitude, good work ethic, and a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory analytical techniques.
• Willingness to work rotating shift schedules, holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Required to join and participate in the firetruck team.

Skills

• Computer proficiency and knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Teamwork, critical thinking, and good work ethic.

Benefits

• 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!

Pay

Annual bonus / Overtime pay eligible.

Schedule

12‑hour Dupont shift; rotating shift schedules including holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.