Site Director

BASF

Site Director leading a highly regulated chemical manufacturing operation for BASF's Pasadena site. Overseeing budget, safety, compliance, and development of a 60-person team in a critical industrial environment.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timePasadena • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a highly regulated and complex chemical manufacturing operation
Full accountability for safety, compliance, and business performance
Manage significant site operating budget with full accountability for cost performance
Lead and develop a team of approximately 60 employees
Drive strong EHS culture and operational risk management
Ensure full compliance with all environmental permits and regulatory requirements
Represent BASF externally as the accountable site leader
Oversee and prioritize annual CapEx investment portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related technical field
Significant experience in chemical manufacturing or other high-hazard industrial environments
Deep expertise in process safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory frameworks
Proven accountability for maintaining a site’s license to operate
Strong business acumen, with experience managing large and complex operating budgets
Ability to drive cost efficiency and asset performance
Track record of leading organizations of comparable size and complexity
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and developing leaders
Confidence engaging with a broad range of stakeholders, including regulators and community representatives
Results-driven mindset with ability to lead transformation and operational excellence

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

chemical manufacturingprocess safetyenvironmental complianceregulatory frameworksoperating budget managementcost efficiencyasset performanceCapEx investment management

Soft Skills

leadershipbusiness acumenteam developmentstakeholder engagementresults-driven mindsetoperational excellence

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in chemistryBachelor’s degree in a related technical field