Pilot Plant Operator
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Manufacturing / Production
Chemical Manufacturing, Machine Operator
Pilot Plant Operator
Chevron Phillips Chemical is seeking a Pilot Plant Operator to join our team at the Research and Technology facility in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The Pilot Plant Operator will operate various processes supporting the day-to-day operations of the PSM Pilot Plant units. The pilot plant operator will perform day to day monitoring of processes, proactively troubleshoot process issues, and work with other operators, engineers, contractors, and supervision to safely execute tasks necessary for the operation of a chemical process.
The Pilot Plant Operator will work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule including weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Make changes to the operating process necessary to maintain safety and reliable operations within quality targets
- Promptly respond to process alarms / constraints
- Safely start up and shut down process equipment
- Prepare equipment for Maintenance and safely Return to Service
- Monitor the performance of plant equipment and process conditions, read flow meters and temperature and pressure gauges, and take routine readings on process equipment
- Operate control room DCS systems
- Effectively troubleshoot process issues in the Plant
- Draw samples of products from the process for laboratory testing
- Follow the Tenets of Operations, COO/OD, and Life Saving Rules
- Perform housekeeping in the work area
- Load and unload chemical shipments/products from trucks or railcars
- Train and share knowledge with other operators
- Complete regulatory and operating training
- Participate in Management of Change reviews, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, and Process Hazard Analysis as required
- Document relevant information and perform shift turnover according to expectations set by unit management
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED with at least 5 years of experience OR an Associate degree in Process Technology with at least 3 years of experience OR equivalent Military service with at least 3 years of applicable experience
- Experienced in troubleshooting process and mechanical issues
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Basic computer skills
- Able to drive a forklift
- Able to walk, climb stairs and ladders to a height of 100 feet, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Able to read and communicate verbally, written, and electronically in English
Chevron Phillips Chemical offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and at most locations, alternate work schedules.
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