Job Description

Now hiring! FCC Production Operator

Attapulgus, GA

We are looking for an FCC Production Operator to join our Performance Chemicals team in Attapulgus, GA.

Come create chemistry with us!

As an innovative partner, BASF’s Performance Chemicals division offers chemicals for various customer industries, such as plastics, automotive, refining, lubricants, oilfield and mining. Our highly qualified and experienced team with outstanding market knowledge as well as our innovation platform and application know-how ensure our technological competence to provide excellent solutions to our customers.

As an FCC Production Operator, you will support the safe and efficient operation of industrial chemical processing equipment used to produce FCC catalyst. In this role, you will operate and monitor production equipment, perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities, support safe work permitting and process safety requirements, troubleshoot operational issues, and ensure compliance with operational, environmental, health, and safety procedures.

During your shift as a FCC Production Operator, you will

• Safely operate industrial chemical processing equipment to produce FCC catalyst using available resources such as Process Orders, Procedures, and notes.
  
• Perform operator rounds, safety inspections, and performance inspections, identifying items requiring corrective work.
  
• Perform equipment-specific Lockout/Tagout procedures and Safe Work Permitting, while supporting safe plant operations and housekeeping activities.
  
• Start up and shut down production plants and perform outside operator tasks, including manipulation of valves, startup/shutdown of pumps, cleanout of spray bars and equipment, and monitoring production process performance.
  
• Perform routine operational preventative maintenance tasks, collect process samples, and complete routine laboratory testing.
  
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform or recommend corrective actions to support reliable plant performance.
  
• Use HMI controls and computer systems to start up and shut down equipment, monitor processes, respond to alarms, and access work instructions, process orders, email, quality data, safety data sheets, and other relevant information.
  
• Utilize tools to perform tasks on process equipment, explain plant process flow and equipment functionality, and support additional tasks assigned by supervision.

If you...

• Hold a high school or GED.
• Possess industry experience (preferred).
• Have the ability to safely operate, maintain, perform minor repairs, and make proper adjustments on associated equipment within the work area.
• Are able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions as the ability to use a process computer controller.
• Are proficient using computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Edge, and Excel.
• Are able to understand and respond promptly to environmental and personnel hazards.
• Can read, write, and perform accurate arithmetic calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Have the ability to learn equipment names, process flow, and equipment functionality within the production area.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

This position is part of the Hannibal Union and is covered under the collective bargaining agreement. All benefits are outlined in this agreement.

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 Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud.

Pay transparency

The pay rate for this role is $28.89 per the Union's collective bargaining agreement.

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.