Insect Production Technician

3 weeks ago


Durham, United States BASF Corporation Full time

**Now hiring Insect Production Technician**

**RTP, NC**

We are looking for a Insect Production Technician to join our AP team in RTP,NC

**Come create chemistry with us**

BASFs Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic,environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As an Insect Product Technician you will be an enthusiastic team player and skilled communicator to work as part of the Insect and Plant Production (I&PP) team within Global Insecticide Research at the BASF facility in RTP, North Carolina.

Weekend and holiday work will be required on a rotational basis.

**During your shift as an Insect Production Technician, you will**

+ Mass-rear a variety of insect species on plants and/or artificial diet, collecting detailed data on insect quality, environmental conditions, and contamination; additionally, the incumbent will be required to regularly report these data to team members.

+ Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

+ Have additional responsibilities will include propagating plants, monitoring plant quality, and controlling plant pests as needed.

+ Be required to work with others in I&PP to assist with improving living organism product quality and process efficiency.

**If you have...**

+ High school diploma or equivalent or AAS degree with minimum 2 years experience producing insects in a laboratory setting - OR - a BS degree with minimum one-year experience producing insects in a laboratory setting.

+ Able and willing to work on weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.

+ Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.

+ Demonstrably team oriented and with strong communication skills.

+ Experience with computers and business software.

+ Must be willing and able to lift up to 50lbs safely

**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. Its 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.


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