Process Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

About Dispersions, Resins and Additives

BASF is a leading global supplier of high-quality polymer emulsions, acrylic binders, resins, additives, and colorants. For further information about the Dispersions & Resins business in North America, please visithttp : / / www.basf.us / dpsolutions.

Process Technician - Chattanooga, TN

Where the Chemistry Happens

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

Qualifications - External

Formula for Success

• 2-year associate degree / technical degree in Chemical Process Technology (or related) OR High School diploma with 2 years of Manufacturing experience OR equivalent military 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.

You should be proficient in :

• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Forklift Licensed
• Hazardous Materials
• Meets Physical Requirements
• Manual Machining Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• High School / GED

Salary info : $25 / hr

$25 / hr