Process Technician

During your 12 hour rotating shift as a Process Technician

We are looking for a talented individual like yourself to be responsible for the daily operation of the BASF Chattanooga chemical plant facility. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Make-up of solutions from batch sheets and formula cards, transfer of solutions/batches, loading/unloading chemicals to and from tanks, trucks, and railcars.
• Use and understanding of basic process controls such as control valves, flows, pressures, levels, and temperatures.
• Use and understanding of processing equipment such as compressors, pumps, reactors, heat exchangers, steam boilers, valves, forklifts, hoists, flare systems, and other associated manufacturing equipment.
• Work in all weather conditions to complete various assigned job tasks for different plant processes.
• Willing and available to work rotating 12-hour shifts, with 32-day rotation between day and night shift. The Chattanooga site is a 24/7 operation, 365 days of the year, including weekends & holidays.
• Willing and available for overtime to cross train in additional production areas and support other members of the team by providing coverage.
• Assist in plant troubleshooting, prepping equipment for service, and returning equipment to service.
• Use of PPE specific to job task including Full Faced Respirator, where applicable

Formula for Success

• 2-year associate degree/technical degree in Chemical Process Technology or equivalent OR
• High School diploma with 2 years of Chemical, Manufacturing OR transferrable military, firefighter or mechanical repair experience.
• Basic computer skills using software packages such as Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.
• Able to read, comprehend and follow operating procedures with minimal supervision needed.
• Basic understanding of chemical processing equipment and general chemistry principals.
• Occupational health and safety, ecology, and process safety focus.
• Accountability for continuous improvement and basic understanding of lean six sigma principals.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs, with most job tasks limited to 25lbs or less and standing/walking for at least 8 hours of a 12-hour shift.

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!