Process Unit Operator I — Production & Controls

World Oil; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

World Oil Recycling is seeking a Unit Operator 1 to operate pumps, process piping, valves, gauges and process controls. The role supports safe maintenance by executing lock-out/tag-out procedures and keeping accurate process records.

You will monitor production, adjust controls to maintain on-spec products, collect samples, document logs, and support routine reports. This on-site position emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a family-owned company with a long history of operation.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains process throughout to achieve prescribed production goals while maintaining appropriate levels of quality control.
• Carries out lock-out/tag-out procedures to safely prepare equipment for maintenance.
• Interprets lab results and makes adjustments to process controls to achieve on-spec products.
• Obtains process samples, runs analyticals and makes adjustments accordingly to maintain good process chemistry in a safe manner at all times.
• Documents and records logs and reports concerning the assigned unit and associated utilities.
• Measures and maintains appropriate process plant and utilities chemistry.
• Isolates and drains process equipment for maintenance activities.
• Fills out logs and generates routine production reports.

Job description

World Oil Recycling is seeking a Unit Operator 1 to operate pumps, process piping, valves, gauges and process controls. The role supports safe maintenance by executing lock-out/tag-out procedures and keeping accurate process records.

You will monitor production, adjust controls to maintain on-spec products, collect samples, document logs, and support routine reports. This on-site position emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a family-owned company with a long history of operation.