Job Description
Job Title:  Security Access Control Specialist
Job Location (Short):  Charleston, TN, USA, 37310
Posting Start Date:  1/5/26
 
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
 
To strengthen our team in Charleston,
we are looking for you as a(n) Security Access Control Specialist.

 

The Security Access Control Support Specialist position will ensure security objectives of the Wacker Charleston site are aligned with Wacker Directives, site security protocols, and other requirements. In addition, the role will coordinate the site’s access control and key control system during their working shift.

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Abide by and enforce Security and Access Control Plan.
  • Operate the Emergency Dispatch Office/ coordinate with emergency services.
  • Administer the access control system during their assigned shift to include; Request/apply necessary access profiles for individuals according to Security and access control plan. Process notifications of new employees and preplanned visits. Check Identity and limit access for visitors. Compare Active Rosters from contractors to ACS (Access Control System).
  • Perform other assigned to support Site Security and Operations
  • Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of the facility.
  • Process requests and issue vehicle permits.
  • Administer the site key control program during their assigned shift; Actively issue and retrieve keys to authorized Team Members. Maintain the automated key control inventory database

 

Job Requirements

  • GED or High school Diploma is required  
  • Meet State of TN background requirements for an unarmed security guard
  • 2 years’ experience in a security related role
  • Law Enforcement or Military experience is preferred
  • Ability to obtain full working knowledge of Start Frame Access Control Software within 3 months
  • Basic knowledge of excel and ability to manipulate a database
  • Knowledge of private security practices
  • Capable to work and act in an emergency
  • Communication between interdepartmental, internal and external personnel
  • Ability to conduct foot and vehicle patrols
  • Ability to properly communicate using radio and phones during an emergency
  
What do we offer?
 
WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
 
  • Compensation and Incentive plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing fund
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Support for Community Involvement
 
We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 30533 
 
 

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

 

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.