Chemical Plant Operator

1 week ago

Kansas City, Kansas, United States BASF SE Full time
Now hiring Chemical Plant Operator

Wyandotte, MI

We are looking for a Chemical Plant Operator to join our PM team in Wyandotte, MI.

Come create chemistry with us

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

As a Chemical Plant Operator for our Wyandotte Polyol Plant, you will be responsible for all aspects of personal safety, product quality, and operating all aspects of the reactors, as well as, filling, loading, and unloading systems and their auxiliary and utility equipment.

During your 12 hour rotating shift as a Chemical Plant Operator, you will
  • Operate DCS and PLS systems, as well as environmental control systems (such as the pond, scrubber, or thermal oxidizer)
  • Read, record, and interpret data of different industrial equipment (reactors, tanks, pumps, etc.) and make corrective adjustments as required to keep efficient production on reaction trains.
  • Perform maintenance, i.e., purges, washes, dries, and recharges equipment as conducting visual inspection of operating equipment to determine current operating status
  • Work from both verbal & written instructions of Shift Supervisor, standard procedures, batch sheet & loading sheets to operate reactors, as well as filling & loading systems
  • Participate in miscellaneous duties including painting, cleanouts, assistance to plant during outages, and maintain operating condition of key equipment

**Physical demands: The Chemical Plant Operator will have the ability to work for prolonged periods, on outdoor settings most of the time, while wearing proper PPE. The position works with high activity including standing, walking, climbing ladders/stairs and lifting up to 50 lbs., with reasonable accommodation if needed.

This position is part of a job family with multiple levels. The successful candidate will be placed into the appropriate grade level commensurate with their qualifications.

If you...
  • Have a High School Diploma/GED
  • Have 6 months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
  • Are able to maintain facial hair to comply with site respirator policy
  • Are able to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions
Create your own chemistry with

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
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 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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