Production Engineer

Now hiring! Production Engineer

Attapulgus, GA

Relocation assistance provided

We are looking for a Production Engineer to join our Catalyst team in Attapulgus, GA.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Catalysts division is the world’s leading supplier of environmental and process catalysts. The group offers exceptional expertise in the development of technologies that protect the air we breathe, produce the fuels that power our world and ensure efficient production of a wide variety of chemicals, plastics and other products, including advanced battery materials. By leveraging our industry-leading R&D platforms, passion for innovation and deep knowledge of precious and base metals, BASF’s Catalysts division develops unique, proprietary solutions that drive customer success.
 

Position requires individual to exercise broad area of responsibilities concerning a fluid cracking catalyst and moving bed catalyst manufacturing organization. Operation consists of a 24 hour per day, 365 day per year rotating shift operation. Accountabilities for the position include monitoring daily manufacturing and shipping operations are in accordance with established standards for safety, housekeeping, environmental compliance, manufacturing plan execution, employee morale, equipment productivity, manufacturing costs, and product quality. Individual will perform complex conventional engineering assignments including process optimization and problem solving using technical skills and knowledge. Position requires creativity to provide innovative or novel approaches to solve problems.

As a Production Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Engaging and assisting the operations group to drive safety issues to resolution and ensure safety is the top priority for all employees. Also, supporting the Journey to Excellence by establishing safety accountabilities and expectations within the workforce and ensuring management behaviors are met.
• Supporting the Operations’ Group quality objectives through initiatives outlined in target agreements. Also, providing assistance as needed to the FCC and MBC/Logistics front line leadership as required to maintain or improve product quality. This includes participating as an investigator for customer concerns as generated in the Non-Conformance Management process as well.
• Obtaining Lean/Six Sigma Greenbelt and utilizing Lean/Six Sigma to improve processes in the plant to ensure the productivity goals for the respective production areas are met.
• Investigating manufacturing variable and fixed costs to look for opportunities to reduce or eliminate using LSS. Also, investigating material variances to determine key drivers causing issues then provide solutions to correct problems.
• Leading the SAP inventory reconciliation process to ensure receipts, production, consumption, and inventory adjustments are appropriately made. Escalating issues identified during the reconciliation to appropriate individuals to assist with resolution.
• Participating in the scheduling of maintenance work for the manufacturing areas and management of operational spending as well as assisting with the maintenance of Process and Instrument Diagrams.
• Representing the Operations’ Group during capital project development and execution and leading Statistical Process Control (SPC) for key manufacturing variables/metrics.

• Identifying opportunities and developing plans to continually lower operating costs and increase productivity.

If you have...

• Bachelors’ degree in Engineering, preferable Chemical Engineering.
• 2+ years minimum experience in a process manufacturing environment.
• Experience Collecting and analyzing technical, financial, and operational data using Lean Six Sigma statistical methods to improve operational processes.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills as well as ability to understand business priorities and make decisions in a dynamic work environment related to Supply Chain and Customer Care.
• Strong Organizational skills and ability to work effectively across department lines as a part of the operational and site team.
• The ability to communicate and report data and operating results to a broad audience.

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.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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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.