Instrument Technician (Trainee - Sr.)
About The Position
We are looking for an Instrument Technician to join our Performance Materials 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 Instrument Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining safe, reliable, and high‑performing operations within the Polyol Plant. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure instrumentation and controls function optimally, directly supporting product quality, plant safety, and equipment reliability. This role will be filled at a level commensurate with candidate experienceDuring your 8-hour shift as a Instrument Technician (Trainee - Sr.)
Requirements
- Hold a technical degree or trade certification with 3+ years of experience in Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, or Industrial Controls, or a high school diploma with 5+ years of experience.
- Bring 3+ years of hands‑on instrumentation maintenance experience in a chemical, refinery, polymer, or manufacturing environment .
- Demonstrate proficiency in calibration, loop‑checking, device configuration and control valve maintenance.
- Understand P&IDs, loop diagrams, electrical schematics, and control system architecture.
- Possess strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a process‑manufacturing environment.
Nice To Haves
- Have experience with SAP or digital maintenance documentation tools (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on process instrumentation, including transmitters, analyzers, control valves, PLC‑based systems, and safety‑related devices.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and control issues to quickly restore equipment functionality and minimize downtime.
- Support unit turnarounds, outages, and project work by installing, commissioning, and calibrating new or modified instruments.
- Maintain accurate calibration records, loop sheets, and documentation in accordance with site quality and safety standards.
- Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Technical Engineering to resolve recurring instrument issues and improve system reliability.
- Ensure all work follows BASF process safety requirements, including SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems), LOTO, and safe work permitting.
- Have flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
