Chemical Operator

We are looking for a Chemical Operator to join our Care Chemicals (EM) team in Cincinnati, OH. As the leading global chemical supplier for the personal care, home care, industrial and institutional cleaning industries, and technical applications in the agrochemical industry, BASF Care Chemicals is focused on partnering with customers to create innovative solutions with great speed and agility to meet the current and future needs of society in a more sustainable way.

About the role

As a Chemical Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the production equipment in the Cincinnati, OH plant. This includes operation of chemical processing equipment such as reactors, refining, and filtration systems. You will also transfer materials to and from other departments, load tank trucks and rail cars for customer shipments, and perform the following duties during your rotating shift:

• Load and unload tanks and rail cars, and receive truck deliveries
• Collect samples from tank cars and vessels
• Conduct visual inspections of operating equipment to determine current operating status
• Demonstrate effective operations of the DCS in daily work environment
• Read, record, and interpret data from instruments (reactors, tanks, pumps, filtration systems, etc.) and make corrective adjustments as required for efficient production runs
• Operate all production equipment with minimal supervision
• Use computer systems to complete work assignments
• Participate in all required safety training and wear proper personal protective equipment when working in the plant area
• Perform housekeeping to maintain production and operations in a neat and orderly condition
• Work and communicate effectively with Supply Chain Planners, Logistics Planner, Production Coordinator, Maintenance, Lab, team members, etc., to accomplish high-quality standards that meet or exceed customer requirements
• Support and adhere to the principles of the American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care®, EPA, and OSHA initiatives by protecting the environment, health, safety, and security of our employees, contractors, carriers, distributors, visitors, customers, and neighbors

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• DCS console operating knowledge and SAP experience (preferred)
• Excellent safety standards and strong troubleshooting skills

Benefits

At BASF, you will have access to a wide range of benefits and programs to support your well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. Some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including 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
• Matching gifts program for charitable contributions
• Employee crisis support for unexpected situations
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more

Pay

Starting at $28 hourly

Schedule

24/7 rotating shifts, overtime eligible