R&D Technician

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services.

As an R&D Senior Technician for our Refining Catalyst business unit (EV/RR) you will build a meaningful career supporting new product and process generation and implementation at BASF’s Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) catalyst operations located in Attapulgus, GA.

During your X-hour shift as a R&D Technician, you will

• Perform Lab and Pilot process simulations to expand the current level of process and product technology.
• Support manufacturing trials at the three BASF FCC manufacturing sites in the GA area to successfully demonstrate scale up and technology transfer to operations.
• Complete broad range of analyses to characterize properties of experimental components including development of new testing procedures as needed.
• Communicate and effectively document results of lab and pilot scale experimentation.
• Identify quality and productivity improvement opportunities and implement actions to implement.

If you...

• Have a HS Diploma or GED with 5+ years of applicable experience, 2 year Associate degree with 2 years of applicable experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in appropriate technical area. Laboratory experience or a combination of operations and laboratory experience in catalyst (FCC preferably), minerals, and / or kaolin processing desired.
• Are willing and able to work 12 hr rotating shift to cover plant trial demonstrations when needed (requirement varies based on project and stage of implementation, but typically is on the order of 5 to 20% of the time).
• Are able to lift up to 50 lb and carry up to 25 lb.

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