Chemist II

Southfield, MI

We are looking for a Chemist I to join our Coatings team in Southfield, MI.

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. The automotive coatings division is one of BASF's most dynamic and fast-growing businesses in the region. We have great people filled with a passion to deliver innovative, high quality coatings solutions to our customers – auto makers and aftermarket alike. Our team is dynamic, customer focused and growth oriented.

You will work in a high-pressure/demanding environment with the goal of meeting very demanding customer expectations in short timelines. This is an excellent opportunity for you to demonstrate your varied skills, including maintaining, contributing to, and leading EHS and 6S standards and continuous improvement.

You will also need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

• Formulating paint based on established guidelines in collaboration with colleagues in the Americas. You will work in a lab to make paint samples, evaluate the samples for performance, and identify the adjustments necessary to match standards per customer specifications.
• Working in a lab to make and test paint samples to internal and customer specifications, and evaluating formulas for workability and film performance to ensure they meet customer requirements.
• Supporting Manufacturing and our Field Service teams.
• Solving customer problems in the areas of appearance, workability, color, and film performance by leveraging your knowledge and background in chemistry.
• Developing application methods to reproduce customer problems, designing experiments to correct the problem, working with manufacturing to implement changes, reporting root cause and corrective actions, and visiting the customer line to better understand the problem.
• Working in SAP and other computer systems to establish codes, inspection plans, and make formula changes.

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or other technical discipline
• 1-2 years previous laboratory experience
• Have experience in the coatings industry and general understanding of both Waterborne and Solventborne formulations and their application
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to manage priorities and multi-task
• Verbal and written communication abilities
• LEAN, RCA, Six Sigma, and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills (particularly in SAP) will be a values asset as you work in SAP and other computer systems to establish codes, inspection plans, and make formula changes.

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 . 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

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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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.