Assistant Process Operator

ChampionX; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Continued education resources

Job summary

ChampionX in Odessa, TX is seeking an Assistant Plant Operator to support daily production activities. The role demands safe handling of equipment, accurate documentation, and collaboration with team leads to ensure high-quality outputs in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include operating pumps and packaging equipment, performing forklift moves, and maintaining compliance with ISO standards. Overtime may be required as part of the shift schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator.
• Physically able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders and perform bending movements in manufacturing.
• immigration sponsorship not offered for this role.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily production operations safely and efficiently.
• Blend, react, package, and transfer finished chemical products to meet quality standards.
• Operate pumps, mixers, automation control systems, and packaging equipment.
• Perform forklift operations to move materials and products.
• Maintain production tickets, receipts, inventory transactions, and shipping docs.
• Conduct daily equipment and area inspections and maintain housekeeping.
• Comply with safety, environmental, and quality procedures; report near-misses and incidents.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with ISO requirements and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Production Team Leads and cross-functional teams to support safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Operations

Safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Automation systems

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a Assistant Plant Operator located in Odessa, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

What’s in it For You:

• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, technology and continuous education
• Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety to include top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment
• The opportunity to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Pride in working for a company that provides clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k) with company matching and more!

What You Will Do:

• Complete daily work functions within production operations in a safe and efficient manner
• Blend, react, package, and transfer finished chemical products while maintaining quality standards
• Operate mechanical and electrical equipment including pumps, mixers, automation control systems, and packaging equipment
• Perform forklift operations to move raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials throughout the facility
• Complete production documentation including production tickets, goods receipts, inventory transactions, and shipping documentation
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment and work areas while maintaining housekeeping standards throughout the facility
• Comply with all plant safety initiatives, environmental requirements, and quality procedures, including near-miss and incident reporting
• Assist with physical inventory counts and maintain inventory accuracy
• Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO requirements and company operating procedures
• Work closely with Production Team Leads and cross-functional teams to support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations

Position Details:

• Location: Odessa, TX
• Department: Chemical Technologies Manufacturing Operations
• Reports to: Production Team Leads
• Ability to work the assigned plant operations schedule, including overtime as needed
• Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator
• Physically able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and perform bending, squatting, kneeling, and other physical activities required in a manufacturing environment
• Must have the ability to safely work in an industrial manufacturing environment while wearing required personal protective equipment
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this role

Physical Demands:

• May be required to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
• Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two-year Process Technology degree preferred
• Minimum of one year of experience as an operator in a batch or specialty chemical manufacturing plant
• Minimum of one year of relevant manufacturing or production experience
• Forklift operation certification preferred
• 24-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred
• Basic computer application literacy, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn internal business systems
• Prior experience that demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
• Prior experience that demonstrates strong work ethic, effective time management, adaptability, teamwork, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

About Us:

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century.

Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

For more information, visit SLB.com

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.