Laboratory Manager

As a Laboratory Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Using your expertise in plastics additives processing and testing methods to generate performance data for additives in polymer systems.
• Using your organizational skills to maintain work instructions, instrument calibrations, and records for ISO 9001 and BASF health and safety compliance standards.
• Communicating effectively as part of a broader team, allowing you to be an equal partner with our Application Scientists as we work with customers to resolve their challenges.
• Leading people to develop a high-performance team that is capable, responsive, inclusive, and entrepreneurial, enabling your team members to achieve their full potential at BASF.
• Coordinating work with others to plan and prioritize work in the laboratory, and to create transparency into our workload and capabilities.
• Adapting quickly to changes in workflow caused by unexpected customer and quality issues that need rapid resolution.

If you...

• Possess an Associate’s degree in chemistry, engineering, polymer science, or a related field, with 10 years of relevant experience and prior supervisory experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in the same fields with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Have hands-on experience with plastics processing equipment such as extrusion and molding, or similar heavy machinery.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, meeting broad objectives with minimal guidance, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Show strong leadership abilities, with a focus on interpersonal skills and talent development.
• Are proficient in computer skills, particularly with MS Office tools, SAP, and LIMS software.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

• 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!