Controller, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Operations Manager

Job Location

Newcastle, WY, USA, 82701.

Controller 2 at a growth-oriented energy company. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Controller 2 will have strong operations knowledge and is well versed in all aspects of the refinery operation in order to meet safety, environmental, business, housekeeping, quality, quantity, cost and performance standards.

• Relieve all other operator positions as needed for vacations, vacancies and cross training.
• Lead efforts to improve process units’ optimization, achieve performance targets and promote long‑term plant viability and reliability.
• Work with operations management to develop refinery‑specific objectives aligning with refinery’s targets for safety, regulatory compliance, reliability and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot problems throughout the refinery processes.
• Assist in the training of operations personnel to ensure safety throughout the workforce.
• Assist in the recertification of operating and safety procedures to ensure compliance when applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

• Must be 18 years old or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of refining operations experience with demonstrated performance as an A Operator having tested out on all units within the refinery with certification on at least one of three WRC consoles.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of FCC, Benz Out, SWAATS Complex, Alky, Crude, HDS, Reformer and NHT.
• Strong working knowledge of all operations unit processes and procedures.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with loading dock equipment and tank farm layouts.
• Understanding of lab procedures and product testing specifications.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Requires organization and communication skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and production requirements.
• Must always be available for emergencies and be prepared to work overtime for turnarounds or unexpected personnel shortages.
• Periodic on‑call will be required throughout the year.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full‑time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.

Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Par Pacific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.