Colorants Lab Technician II

Now hiring! Colorants Lab Technician

Charlotte Technical Center 

The Colorants Lab Technician will be part of the Architectural & Decorative Coatings Technical Service team and will be based in Charlotte, NC, and support the overall success of the Dispersions & Resins business in North America.  

Come create chemistry with us!

We are seeking a Colorants Lab Technician to execute projects that will support BASF Dispersions and the colorants business.  Reporting to the Technical Team Leader, this position will be responsible for the evaluation of colorant formulations, raw material components and provide technical support for our manufacturing team regarding color adjustments and testing trial batches.  The Colorants Technician evaluates the color and physical properties of colorant as well as the performance of architectural coatings tinted with colorants.  Color acuity is required for accurate color assessment. 

During your 8-hour shift as a Colorants Lab Tech you will

• Work on projects in the Colorants application lab to evaluate dispersions, additives, and/or pigments in colorant formulations to support internal and external customers as well as support product volume growth.
• Work with Chemists, Technical Specialists and other lab members to complete application testing and generate accurate data in a timely manner.
• The individual will need to be able to: 
  • Perform experiments following instructions set by the project requestor
  • Make keen observations and be cognizant of opportunities
  • Adjust experimentation and problem solve as needed
  • Must be able to record, organize data and report results in a coherent and understandable manner 
  • Manage multiple projects at once
• Acquire a working knowledge of formulation practices and of application test methods typical for the architectural coatings industries.
• Perform lab activities required to maintain ISO, 5S, and safety compliance.

Formula for Success...

• Bachelors degree in a chemistry related science OR Associates Degree in a chemistry related science and 2+ years practical chemical laboratory experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years practical chemical laboratory experience
• Intermediate computer skills in MicroSoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Teams and PowerPoint)
• This position requires color acuity for color matching in projects.

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 #dispersionsresins&additives 

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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.