Chemical Operator: High-Hazard Plant & Lab Technician

NEXPERA; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

NEXPERA in Texas is seeking a Chemical Operator to monitor and operate the sulfuric acid and related processes. You will ensure quality, maintain safety, and follow procedures across control room, lab, and field areas.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and at least 2 years in an industrial setting, plus the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and wear PPE. Boiler and forklift certifications may be needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including overtime, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment safely.
• Willing and able to obtain a boiler’s license and forklift certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Start up and shut down plant systems and components.
• Operate, monitor and control plant processes; inspect equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on area equipment.
• Load/unload rail cars, tank trucks and totes.
• Perform laboratory analysis of products.
• Train new operators in the area.
• Adhere to safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

NEXPERA in Texas is seeking a Chemical Operator to monitor and operate the sulfuric acid and related processes. You will ensure quality, maintain safety, and follow procedures across control room, lab, and field areas.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and at least 2 years in an industrial setting, plus the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and wear PPE. Boiler and forklift certifications may be needed.