**Now hiring! Quality Chemist** **Cincinnati, OH.** **12h rotating shift** We are looking for a Quality Chemist 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. In this role you will be responsible for carrying out chemical and physical testing safely, efficiently, and according to procedure. This position requires the candidate to work as part of a team on rotating shifts and to participate in laboratory and production activities to meet production needs and business targets for the site. **During your 12-hour shift as a Quality Chemist, you will** + Performing analysis using established laboratory techniques, reporting results for raw materials, in-process, and final product samples. + Releasing final products and raw materials according to customer and material specifications. + Leading or assisting in investigating non-conforming products and implementing corrective actions. + Actively participate in EHS initiatives, adhering to safety, health, and environmental policies, and provide emergency response. + Managing data systems such as SAP and Documentum for COA generation, quality release, and analysis reporting. + Maintaining compliance and validation of laboratory equipment, improve work procedures, and support quality systems (ISO and RCMS). **If you...** + BS degree in Chemistry with no experience or associate’s degree in science with 5 years lab experience working in a manufacturing environment. + Strong analytical skills as well as strong attention to detail, organization and verbal communication skills. + Ability to work independently, interpret information and make decisions for product release. + Ability to communicate effectively delivering analytical results to production + Must be willing and able to travel up to 5% + Ability to work rotating shifts **Physical Requirements:** + Ability to change Gas Cylinders + Ability to pull Lab cart filled with 1-gallon cans of solvents approx. 75 yards + Ability to help dump 55-gallon waste container + Ability to walk up and down four flights of stairs + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs **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** BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud. **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.