Team Lead- Polymerization Lab

1 month ago

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States BASF SE Full time

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world's leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.

Where the Chemistry Happens

Team Lead- Polymerization Lab -Charlotte, NC

In support of our R&D growth strategy, the Team Lead for Polymerization lab (PolyLab) will (1) lead a team of lab coordinators and technicians, responsible for the operations of dispersions, resins and additives synthesis as part of R&D group responsibility, supporting the EDN businesses and manufacturing operations, (2) support scheduling and efficient & safe operations of the lab reactors and related assets in alignment with business and manufacturing priorities (3) establish a work environment that allows employees to achieve goals in the areas of safety, health, environment, quality, cost control and productivity through ownership and team responsibility (4) be responsible for safe and timely execution of capital projects and operational excellence initiatives (5) manage maintenance, repair and calibration of lab equipment including reactors, testing equipment, and all auxiliary supporting systems in place for the operation of the lab in alignment with the site safety and facilities group standards (6) support the implementation of metrics to track and improve lab work efficiency, raw material and equipment procurement, control programming, lab ISO program, RCRA coordination, and other central lab functions, and (7) speed up product launch activities by enabling and improving scale up processes and equipment for a smooth transfer of R&D products to large scale manufacturing.

Formula for Success:

Lead a team of lab coordinators and technicians, responsible for the operations of dispersions, resins and additives synthesis as part of R&D group responsibility, supporting the EDN businesses and manufacturing operations

Support scheduling and efficient & safe operations of the lab reactors and related assets in alignment with business and manufacturing priorities

Establish a work environment that allows employees to achieve goals in the areas of safety, health, environment, quality, cost control and productivity through ownership and team responsibility

Responsible for safe and timely execution of capital projects and operational excellence initiatives of Polylab

Manage maintenance, repair and calibration of lab equipment including reactors, testing equipment, and all auxiliary supporting systems in place for the operation of the lab in alignment with the site safety and facilities group standardsSupport the implementation of metrics to track and improve lab work efficiency, raw material and equipment procurement, control programming, lab ISO program, RCRA coordination, and other central lab functions.

Support the implementation of metrics to track and improve lab work efficiency, raw material and equipment procurement, control programming, lab ISO program, RCRA coordination, and other central lab functions.

Speed up product launch activities by enabling and improving scale up processes and equipment for a smooth transfer of R&D products to large scale manufacturing

What we Look for in You:

Education & Experience


• Ph.D. in polymer or material science, chemical engineering & 2 years of relevant experience


• Master's degree in science and 5 years of relevant experience


• Bachelor's degree in science and 7 years of relevant experience


• A minimum of 2 years R&D/ industry experience in the field of polymer synthesis, characterization and formulation development


• A minimum of 2 years technical management experience

Knowledge/Skills


• Excellent hands-on experimentation and superior problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication skills and ability to work and partner effectively with individuals outside of own organization.


• A passion for continuously learning and applying new tools for developing new processes & products


• Basic understanding of process equipment design including pumps, polymerization reactors, pressure relief valve sizing, material balances, instrument specifications, and heat exchangers. Knowledge of automation systems (PLC, DCS) a large plus.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With , you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

BASF provides interesting and challenging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your job. #dispersionsresins&additives

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