What are the responsibilities and job description for the EPC Advanced Plant Trainee position at BASF Corporation?
Now hiring! EPC Advanced Plant Trainee
Wyandotte, MI
Night Shift differential
We are looking for an EPC Advanced Plant Trainee join our PM team in Wyandotte, MI.
Come create chemistry with us!
The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.
As an EPC Advanced Trainee for our Performance Materials business unit, you will create a meaningful career while supporting a division that is active in four major industry sectors – transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. The division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions.
The Wyandotte Engineering Plastics Compounding plant in particular operates twin screw extruders to provide engineering plastics compounds, primarily to TIER 2 suppliers in the automobile industry.
**This position requires working 12-hour shifts, currently on day shift, but may change based on operational needs. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work night shifts if required. A shift premium of $1.00 per hour is provided for midnight shifts.
During your 12 hour day or night shift as a EPC Advanced Plant Trainee, you will
- Select, charge and mix raw materials
- Set-up and operate compounding equipment
- Participate in required training, both computer-based and through job shadowing with higher level technicians
- Learn to execute tasks consistently and reliably, with a safety-first mindset
If you...
- Possess a High School Diploma/ GED
- Have 6 months of experience in manufacturing or other industrial 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.
