Now hiring! QC Chemist Apprentice

Cincinnati, OH (on-site)

Starting pay $20/hr. and progressing to $25/hr.

 

We are looking for a QC Chemist Apprentice to join our Care Chemicals team in Cincinnati, OH. 

 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

BASF’s Care Chemicals division is a globally leading supplier to the cosmetics, detergents and cleaning industries. We also offer solutions for technical applications and crop protection. Together with our customers, we create innovative solutions to meet the current and future needs of society more sustainably. We contribute to the long-term success of our customers’ brands with a broad range of products and concepts via our global network of production and development site. 

At BASF, we are proud to introduce the next generation of QC Chemists to the innovative world of Manufacturing. If you are looking to build a meaningful career while making an impact on the world then come create chemistry with us! 

As a QC Chemist Apprentice in our Cincinnati, OH site, you will make an impact on the world with a fundamental focus on sustainability. As a QC Chemist Apprentice, you will be a part of a team which manufactures products used in many applications for Personal Care, Detergents, Adhesives, Agriculture, Lubricants, Automotive products, and more!

Starting in January 2026, you...

 

Begin your journey working and learning at our Cincinnati, OH site alongside some of the best in the business.

If you’ve already graduated from the Chemical Technology AAS program or a comparable academic program, you’ll jump right into the hands-on experience.

If you haven’t graduated—or haven’t yet started—a comparable academic program, you’ll begin or continue the Chemical Technology AAS program at Cincinnati State while gaining real-world experience on-site. And don’t sweat the small stuff: BASF will cover the full cost of your education, including books!

 

When you’re not studying you will have opportunities to…

• Conduct hands-on laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process, and final products, ensuring quality release based on specifications.
• Investigate non-conforming products, apply corrective actions, and utilize root cause analysis tools for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical lab equipment, perform routine calibrations and validations, and support operators with technical issues.
• Manage data systems such as SAP and Documentum for reporting, certificate generation, and procedure documentation, while ensuring compliance with lab standards.
• Participate in EHS initiatives, uphold safety and environmental protocols, and serve as an Emergency Responder with required training.
• Support ISO and Responsible Care Management Systems, contribute to continuous improvement, and ensure proper documentation and shift handover practices.

If you...

 

• Hold a HS Diploma or GED.
• Can work in a plant environment with the ability to:
  • change Gas Cylinders
  • pull Lab cart filled with 1-gallon cans of solvents approx. 75 yards
  • help dump 55-gallon waste container
  • walk up and down four flights of stairs
  • stand extended amounts of time.
• Are able to work Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts; occasional weekends.
• Have completed, are willing to continue, or enroll in a Chemical Technology AAS program at Cincinnati State to launch a career in Manufacturing.

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

Privacy statement

 

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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.