Now hiring! Loading Technician - ChattanoogaWe are looking for Loading Technicians at our Chattanooga, Tn location. You are expected to safely handle and transport latex dispersions through the control and use of plant chemical equipment and processesRotating Monday - Friday shift schedule alternating every 28 days - 6:00am - 2:00pm and 2:00pm - 10:00pm. Weekend overtime when necessary.Come create chemistry with us!The Loading Technicians are responsible for supporting the daily safe operation of a chemical plant facility to produce styrene butadiene (SB) latex dispersions for the use to external customers. The equipment operated by Loaders in this facility includes: pumps, valves, pressure vessels, instrument control systems, forklifts, hoists, scales, lab testing equipment, computers, and other associated manufacturing equipment.During your 8 hour shift as a Loading Technician you will
Survey loading yard each morning and report empty and loaded trailers to stakeholders
Safely operate the yard tractor to spot, load/unload, and pull trailers on site
Properly walk down latex loading/transfer lines to ensure proper valve and pump line up prior to starting all loads
Complete basic SAP work for all loads to ensure loads are properly loaded, billed, and shipped
Load and unload latex railcars
Routine housekeeping of area
Basic pump maintenance
Perform basic math and weight conversions
Monitoring of tank levels (including working at heights to stick tank levels)
Valve, flange, and hose removal and replacement as needed
Monitor supplies inventory and order as needed
Communicate well with internal and external teams
Formula for Success:
High School diploma/GED and have minimum 2 years industrial job experience.
Working knowledge of plant chemical equipment and processes, testing, and computer skills obtained through training and OJT experience. Knowledge of plant area procedures, plant processes for workflow, and computer control/monitoring/adjustments are required.
Mechanical knowledge of equipment breakdown including disassembling of piping and small pressure vessels associated in a chemical plant environment.
Be willing and able to lift 50 lbs, standing for most of your shift and climb ladders and stairs
Be willing and able to work Monday - Friday, rotating 8 hour shifts 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and weekend overtime if necessary.
#dispersionsresins&additivesCreate your own chemistry with you@BASFAt 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 usAs 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. #belongatBASFPrivacy statementBASF 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 [email protected] to report fraud.Equal employment opportunitiesWe 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.