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EPC Advanced Plant Trainee

BASF · Wyandotte, MI,today

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Operate twin screw extruder compounding equipment and mix raw materials for engineering plastics on a 12-hour night shift.

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Why it is interesting. Trainee path into twin-screw extrusion of automotive engineering plastics, with job shadowing alongside senior technicians

Might not be for you. 12-hour night shifts required, with no polymer or lab science component

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials role:Operates twin screw extruders for engineering plastics compounds; selects, charges and mixes raw materials, sets up compounding equipment

H-1B filings

BASF filed 9 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Project Manager, Staff Engineer, Application Development Engineer - NVH, Engineer III - Application Development. Median filed pay: $141K a year.

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Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
No minimum
Industry
Automotive
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Night shift
Benefits
night shift differentialfamily forming benefitsmatching gifts program

Role details

Night Shift differential

We are looking for an EPC Advanced Plant Trainee 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 EPC Advanced Trainee for our Performance Materials business unit, you will create a meaningful career while supporting a division that is active in four major industry sectors – transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. The division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions.

The Wyandotte Engineering Plastics Compounding plant in particular operates twin screw extruders to provide engineering plastics compounds, primarily to TIER 2 suppliers in the automobile industry.

  • This position requires working 12-hour night shift, depending on the needs of the plant. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work night shifts.

During your 12 hour night shift as a EPC Advanced Plant Trainee, you will

  • Select, charge and mix raw materials
  • Set-up and operate compounding equipment
  • Participate in required training, both computer-based and through job shadowing with higher level technicians
  • Learn to execute tasks consistently and reliably, with a safety-first mindset

If you...

  • Possess a High School Diploma/ GED
  • Have 6 months of experience in manufacturing or other industrial environments

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

Privacy statement

BASF 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 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.

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Common questions

Does BASF sponsor H-1B visas?

BASF has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the EPC Advanced Plant Trainee role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the EPC Advanced Plant Trainee role at BASF based?

This role is based in Wyandotte, MI.

What degree is required for the EPC Advanced Plant Trainee role at BASF?

This role asks for a high school diploma or equivalent.

How many years of experience does this EPC Advanced Plant Trainee role require?

The posting does not ask for prior experience.

What polymers or materials does this EPC Advanced Plant Trainee role work with?

engineering plastics.