Maintenance Manager

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.

And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of World’s Best Employers in 2024. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!

Maintenance Manager –Chattanooga, TN

To provide professional maintenance engineering and maintenance management support for Chattanooga Site latex operations primarily in the area of site maintenance, equipment reliability, predictive and preventive maintenance, capital projects, contracts for engineering and construction services, plant energy and efficiency improvements, and maintenance management of safe operations.  The job also requires the integration of the site procedures and Technical Standards with BASF Corporate requirements.

We create chemistry by...

• Improve plant equipment reliability and performance through the analysis of maintenance SAP data and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collection and analysis of maintenance and stores KPI’s.
• Lead the Site Maintenance Reliability Team to continuously improve plant reliability and availability.
• Develop plant standards, procedures, and preventive/predictive maintenance plans for equipment inspection and repair in compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements. 
• Ensure compliance with BASF Technical Standards. 
• Facilitate communications between Production, Maintenance, and Engineering Department.
• Manage construction activities and groups for site. 
• Support and continually apply Quality Improvement policies and procedures.

Ingredients for Success…what we look for in you…

• BS Degree in Engineering, Science (or related field) is preferred.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with 5 in a manufacturing environment and 2 years of leadership experience (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Ensure compliance to standards, enforcement of standards – compliance (OSHA PSM); sensitive issues (Safety importance – PSM/RMP)
• Production, EHS, Plant Equipment Maintenance knowledge – BASF technical standards
• Diversity of tasks, problems – equipment operation/maintenance; compliance regulations (ISO, OSHA/RCMS)
• A sound knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal codes and regulations is required.
• The incumbent should also be a self-starter, possess strong interpersonal communication skills and be able to work in a team-based environment.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance technique is also required.
• Extensive and detailed knowledge and use of multiple SAP tasks and reporting is required.

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!

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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.