Now hiring! Chemist II - Automotive Refinish (Whitehouse)

Whitehouse, OH

We are looking for a Chemist II to join our Coatings team in Whitehouse, OH.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF's Coatings division is a global expert in the development, production and marketing of innovative and sustainable automotive OEM and refinish coatings, decorative paints as well as applied surface treatments for metal, plastic and glass substrates in a wide range of industries. This portfolio is supplemented by "Beyond Paint Solutions", which enable new applications with innovative surfaces. 

As a Chemist II, you will be responsible for the development, evaluation, testing and quality of new products requested by the regional and/or global automotive refinish marketing team. Products could include pigmented topcoats, undercoats, and clearcoats for the automotive refinish market. You will be responsible to provide technical support to production on automotive refinish (ECR) products manufactured in N. America and other global manufacturing sites including assisting the team with work on product maintenance issues (internal and external). 

As a Chemist II - Automotive Refinish (Whitehouse), you create chemistry by...

• Developing products for the refinish segment that meet global or other regional requirements.
• Designing experimental plan with supervisor approval; independently executing experimental plan and running experiments on lab samples to validate performance of coating formulations to meet established product profiles.
• Interacting regularly with the production staff at the various locations in N. America manufacturing refinish products as well as EMEA sites to solve manufacturing problems.
• Participating in global meetings with peers from technical, marketing and supply chain to present work done in N. America, including the preparation and presentation of technical reports outlining activities, and learnings.
• Providing technical support and participating in product trials at customer's site.
• Performing a variety of scientific tasks without direct supervision; priorities are set with consultation of supervisor.
• Reviewing product requirements and incorporating into quality system (SAP-QM).
• Participating actively in vendor meetings as necessary. Remaining current with the relevant state-of-the-art coatings, testing, process and equipment technologies. Managing intellectual property as it relates to NLR strategic concerns.
• Modifying existing global CR products to meet N. American regional requirements.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry (preferred)
• Have 3+ years relevant experience in product development of automotive coatings, preferably automotive refinish related coatings
• Have good laboratory skills and the ability to carry out laboratory work in a controlled environment, including proper use of a laboratory notebook to record data and observations accurately
• Demonstrate knowledge of safe laboratory practices
• Have good project management skills to execute a project in a time/cost efficient manner
• Are skilled with common paint manufacturing and testing equipment, e.g., milling, dispersing, blending, viscosity testing, FT-IR, physical testing
• Are familiar with design of experiments, control charts, statistical process control
• Have knowledge of intellectual property protection, including proper documentation
• Can handle obstacles in a calm and assertive way
• Are able to adjust to changing priorities

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.

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