Process Operator

NES Fircroft; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial staffing agency is seeking an experienced Process/Refinery Operator in California to oversee complex production operations. The role requires managing equipment performance and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in process operations and demonstrate a solid understanding of machinery operation. Comfort in high-temperature environments is essential. A contract position with a competitive pay range of $60.00/hr - $75.00/hr is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in production or process operations within an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Interpret and follow detailed process documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Operate varied process units and systems.
• Manage product flow through manual and automated systems.
• Record operational data and maintain accurate logs.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Uphold housekeeping standards in the work environment.
• Drive as part of routine operational duties.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial processing techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Comfortable working in high-temperature environments.

Skills

Operational procedures

Production policies

Safety protocols

Machinery operation

Troubleshooting

Decision-making

Job description

This range is provided by NES Fircroft. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Process/Refinery Operator to oversee and manage complex production operations within a large-scale industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of refining processes and operational safety standards, ensuring smooth and efficient plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough understanding of operational procedures, production policies, and safety protocols to ensure continuous and safe processing.
• Interpret and follow detailed process documentation and operational reports accurately.
• Monitor equipment performance, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements to optimize productivity.
• Operate and control a variety of process units and systems, including tanks, mixers, heat exchangers, pumps, furnaces, and vacuum systems.
• Manage product flow through manual and automated valves, meters, and transfer systems.
• Record operational data from control panels and maintain accurate logs.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on plant equipment to ensure reliability and compliance with safety standards.
• Uphold housekeeping standards to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Drive as part of routine operational duties.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial processing techniques, including distillation and related methods.
• Strong understanding of machinery operation and safety requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly.
• Sound decision‑making skills and ability to work under challenging conditions.
• Comfortable working in high-temperature environments and wearing full PPE (coveralls, protective footwear, hard hats, respirators, etc.).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in production or process operations within an industrial setting.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Production, Other, and Engineering

Industries

Oil and Gas and Staffing and Recruiting