Operations Engineer

Now hiring! Operations Engineer

Beaumont, TX 

We are looking for an Operations Engineer to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Beaumont, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The Operations Engineer role is designed to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable functioning of plant operations. This position emphasizes process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to support production goals and compliance standards. This role is essential in maintaining operational excellence, supporting production demands, and enhancing the overall safety and compliance of the plant. Success in this role contributes directly to business objectives and operational reliability.

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

• Monitoring and analyzing operational data to identifying opportunities for improving.
• Owning Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Process Safety Information, process equipment materials, and physical property data for assigned operations.
• Supporting Process Hazards Analysis and managing Management of Change (MOC) documentation.
• Leading troubleshooting efforts for equipment and process issues, ensuring swift resolving and minimizing downtimes.
• Interacting closely with Operations, Maintenance, and other operational support personnel to coordinating effective solutions and enhancements.
• Supporting Capital Planning and Project Execution for both existing and future capital projects as the Manufacturing Representative.
• Driving projects focusing on cost reducing, quality improving, and sustainability advancing.
• Serving as a solution providing when problems arising, leading efforts for identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Resolving Quality non-conformances generated in your area.
• Supporting safety initiatives and ensuring adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Providing technical expertise in plant operations, maintenance, and process engineering.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams for implementing process changing and enhancement.
• Providing guidance and supporting PDPs and interns working within the department. 

If you...

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or a related field)
• Have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, preferably in a chemical or refining environment
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Have knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality standards applicable to plant operations
• Are familiar with process optimization and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Have experience with data analysis and reporting to support operational decision-making
• Have worked on projects in cross-functional environments

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.