Now hiring! Mechanical Planner - Rotating Equipment

We are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Planner to join our CI team in Geismar, LA.

Come create chemistry with us!

We are seeking a professional like you to manage maintenance execution and asset reliability at the Geismar, LA site. In this role, you will be directly responsible for planning the tasks of millwright maintenance craft, work processes, outside service contractors and tools. You will provide technical leadership to ensure occupational safety, workmanship quality, and workforce skills development. You will also be responsible for the efficient and cost-effective execution of maintenance and production support services, in accordance with industry best in class maintenance processes to ensure effective asset reliability.

As a Mechanical Planner - Rotating Equipment, you will

• Managing the unplanned rotating equipment work order backlog by reviewing backlog and planning list
• Clarifying incomplete or poorly defined work notifications
• Grouping work orders and/or notifications together that can be planned and completed as a single order.
• Completing job plans to ensure the safe and efficient execution of all maintenance work
• Creating job packets as needed which include job plans, technical documentation (e.g., photos, drawings, technical specifications, etc.) and feedback form

If you...

• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Have at least 5 years’ experience as a millwright in the chemical industry
• Possess maintenance planning and scheduling techniques
• Are proficient with computer systems and associated software, including SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Have strong planning and organization skills
• Have strong oral and written communication and listening skills

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

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 myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

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.