What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at BASF Corporation?
Now hiring! Plant Operator
Idaho Falls,ID.
We are looking for a Plant Operator to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Idaho Falls,ID.
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 Plant Operator is responsible for processes that utilize both batch and continuous operations. We are seeking a Canola Seed Facility Plant Operator that has both warehouse experience and cleaning equipment experience. The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate a proven history of strong safety and environmental performance. Examples of operational duties include operating process equipment, for receive, condition, treat and ship canola seed. Duties also include sampling, troubleshooting, preparing equipment for maintenance and subsequent operation, and inspections.
During your time as a Plant Operator, you will
- Assure standards of safety, environmental, team and individual performance are met in a high-performance team-based organization.
- Be responsible for communicating the status of all processing during the shift to the Lead Plant Operator.
- Prepare equipment for daily operation activities.
- Work effectively in a team environment
If you...
- Have a High School Diploma / GED.
- Have 3 years of warehouse/manufacturing experience.
- Possess and can maintain a valid driver's license (Preferred)
- Have experience that demonstrates strong behaviors in safety and environmental performance.
- Have experience with minor maintenance conducted by operations.
- Are willing and able to work rotating shifts.
- Are able to lift 55 lbs and able to stand or walk extended period.
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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