Now hiring! Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor

We are looking for a Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in St. Louis, MO.

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.

As a Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor, you will organize, schedule, and supervise the maintenance staff at our St. Louis, MO, and Fenton, MO, facilities. In this role, you will be responsible for maximizing the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment and facilities in the most efficient way possible.

As a Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor, you create chemistry by...

• Leveraging your education and professional experience in a maintenance role in the chemical industry, you will provide technical assistance to maintenance technicians and third-party contractors while ensuring compliance with PSM requirements and BASF mechanical integrity using the MOC process and participation in PHAs.

• Your strong commitment to workplace safety will be a valued asset as you maintain operating equipment in a safe manner while ensuring that maintenance activities are carried out in the safest way possible.

• By setting clear goals and vision for the maintenance team, you will supervise the daily activities of four maintenance mechanics.

• As a role model, you will train and develop maintenance personnel to continue improving their skills and knowledge.

• Utilizing your proficiency in maintenance transactions in SAP, you will maintain accurate information in SAP related to maintenance activities and equipment information.

• Successfully collaborating within the department, you will coordinate with the production department to ensure that equipment is available for service, along with the required parts.

• Your solid mechanical, planning, scheduling, and coordination skills will be vital as you ensure preventative and predictive maintenance is carried out as scheduled and investigate methods to improve equipment reliability.

• Leveraging your knowledge, you will be responsible for site structures, utilities, and security.

If you...

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (associate's or bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or related field preferred).

• Have five years minimum experience in manufacturing/machine tool maintenance and repair.

• Have proven experience in facility maintenance, equipment repair, or a similar field.

• Have strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

• Can troubleshoot and resolve complex maintenance issues.

• Are familiar with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines (preferred).

• Have supervisory or leadership experience in a maintenance role (preferred).

• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Can work independently and in a team environment.

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.