Material Control Technician

Job description

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.

Description

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. 

 

And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America’s Best Employers in 2020. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future! 

Where the Chemistry Happens…

Material Control Technician (2001274) – San Diego, CA

 

Under the direct supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor, this position is responsible for material movements, managing the onsite warehouse, and compliance with BASF policies and procedures related to shipping and receiving.  The successful candidate will be detail oriented and highly organized to understand and follow defined processes and procedures and at times will serve as a BASF primary point of contact for internal and external customers and partners.  Our dedicated Supply Chain Team communicates with confidence and reacts quickly to resolve customers' issues.  Whether it's answering a service question, directing customers to the BASF product expert, or following up on a shipment, we consider our Customer Care / Logistics Team to be our problem solving and solution "champions", delivering winning results to internal and external customers.

 
Formula for Success 
·  Display a strong work ethic as a motivated self-starter who aspires to increase development and welcomes new learning opportunities in order to become a valuable member of the supply chain team.
·  Relying on your effective organizational and communication skills, you will optimize and continually improve the stock system (descriptions, Min/Max stock volumes) and recommend discontinuation of excess, defective, or obsolete stock.
·  Leveraging your education and experience in shipping & receiving and/or clerical positions, you will write purchase requisitions for storeroom material and supplies when inventory quantities are reduced below requirements and maintain necessary catalog and parts lists as references when ordering materials.
·  Demonstrating your strong interpersonal skills, you will be responsible for following-up with suppliers to ensure deliveries are prompt and stored accordingly.
·  Using your laboratory supplies experience combined with your knowledge of goods/services receipts, you will distribute various lab supplies, process goods receipts and service entries in a timely manner as well as field all questions pertaining to supply needs.
·  Working with minimal supervision and a keen attention to detail, you will ensure inventory is accurate and in its proper location. You will also use these skills to examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to the warehouse supervisor.
·  Utilizing your familiarity with information systems (such as Microsoft Office) you will be able to rapidly learn SAP processes to aid you in fulfilling customer requests accurately and in a timely manner  
Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You…

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you.  You @BASF 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@BASF, 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 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.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Ingredients for Success: What We Look For in You…

Basic Qualifications:  

·  High School Diploma or GED.
·  Must have 3 years of experience working in a warehouse or in a logistics position.
·  Proficient in use of computers: (MS Word, Excel, Outlook). 
Preferred Qualifications:   
·  Experience with warehouse equipment such as a forklift is preferred.
·  Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
·  Having strong organizational skills is preferred.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

BASF recognizes institutions of higher education accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.