Now hiring! I/E Technician II - Wyandotte (Resins)

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. 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 strong emphasis on process safety, as well as, safety of our employees and the communities we operate. We are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.

Come create chemistry with us!

I&E Technician II – Mechanical Equipment / Wyandotte, MI (Resins)

Perform duties to install, maintain and repair equipment at the BASF Wyandotte Manufacturing site. Tasks include performing electrical, instrumentation and/or automation maintenance repairs including electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, PLC troubleshooting, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair of all site equipment. Willingness and availability to work Monday-Friday rotating 10 hour dayshifts and Overtime hours when necessary.

During your Dayshift as an I/E Technician II, you will

Our I&E Technicians are responsible for the repair and maintenance of all Instrument equipment on site within the ED group, including:

• Flow and SIS Instruments
• Temperature and Pressure Instruments & Transmitters
• Valve Actuators/Positioners
• MCC Equipment
• Profibus

General Responsibilities:

• Work with maintenance supervision, other technicians, engineers, and production personnel to design plant equipment and modifications
• Improve equipment reliability by maintaining, analyzing, troubleshooting, and utilizing all resources available. Findings reported to supervision with appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to provide guidance on parts and time needed to perform various instrumentation and electrical repairs for job planning and scheduling.
• Utilizing various instrument calibration equipment (pressure, temperature, flow, etc.)
• Actively participating in plant safety meetings. Works within BASF site and corporate procedures.
• Demonstrates a team-oriented demeanor and maintain good attendance history
• Call-in support for after-hours production demands to include working overtime and weekends when needed.

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 50 lbs., carrying up to 25 lbs., push/pull up to 25 lbs.
• Bending, kneeling, squatting, and crawling
• Climb vertical, fixed ladders with ladder cage, portable step and extension ladders
• Work within confined spaces

Formula for Success

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 years of Instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• 1 year experience reading electrical drawings
• 1 year experience with email management (open, read, respond)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations
• Willing and available to work Monday - Friday, rotating 10 hour dayshifts - Mon-Thur for 2 weeks, Tues-Fri for 2 weeks

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS Degree in a Instrument/electrical or repair related discipline
• Maintenance Trade School Certificate or Diploma
• 5 years of Instrument/electrical maintenance experience in a chemical manufacturing environment

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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!

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.

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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.