Production Operator

Nouryon; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Full-time

Onsite at Battleground Texas site

Job summary

Nouryon seeks a Production Operator for its Battleground site in Texas. You will operate and monitor process equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure safe, compliant manufacturing of a diverse portfolio of chemicals. This is a hands‑on role requiring problem‑solving, learning, and teamwork.

The role emphasizes following SOPs, process safety, and quality standards, with opportunities to train and mentor others as you grow your expertise.

Qualifications

• Safety-minded and mechanically oriented with problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to read and follow operating procedures and safety rules in English.
• Willingness to work 12‑hour rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor process equipment and control systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process issues and perform minor repairs.
• Follow SOPs and process safety requirements; participate in the site's ERT.
• Assist with the development of operating procedures and training as experience grows.

Skills

Safety-minded

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Teamwork

Shift work

Education

Two-year degree or certificate in Process Technology (P-Tech)

Job description

Production Operator

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society's needs - today and in the future. We are looking for Production Operators who are safety-minded, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn. Whether you already have experience in chemical manufacturing or bring strong mechanical skills from another industrial environment, this is an opportunity to build your expertise in a highly technical manufacturing operation. Does that sound like you?

About the job

As a Production Operator at our Battleground site, you will play an important role in the safe and reliable operation of our manufacturing processes. You will operate and monitor process equipment, troubleshoot mechanical and process issues, work with control systems and instrumentation, and help ensure our products are manufactured safely and according to quality and production standards. This is a hands‑on position for someone who enjoys understanding how equipment and processes work, solving problems, and continuously learning.

In your future role as Production Operator, you will

Safely operate and monitor plant equipment and manufacturing processes in your assigned area. Develop a strong understanding of process equipment, piping, instrumentation, control systems, and operating procedures. Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and perform minor adjustments or repairs when appropriate. Handle hazardous chemicals and waste in accordance with site procedures and applicable safety and environmental regulations. Follow and support SOPs, process safety requirements, quality standards, and HSSE procedures. Participate in the site's Emergency Response Team (ERT/fire brigade). Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in departmental and cross‑functional projects. Assist with the development of operating procedures and training of other operators as your experience grows.

We believe you bring

Production, manufacturing, mechanical, or other relevant industrial experience. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how equipment and processes operate. The ability to read, understand, and follow operating procedures, process information, and safety requirements. The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Willingness and ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts. Ability to meet the physical and safety requirements of working in a chemical manufacturing environment, including wearing required PPE and a respirator and participating in the site's Emergency Response Team.

Great if you have

A two-year degree or certificate in Process Technology (P-Tech) or a related technical discipline. Previous experience in chemical, petrochemical, refining, process manufacturing, or another industrial environment. Experience with process equipment such as pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, control systems, or distillation processes.

We believe you are

You are safety‑minded and dependable, understanding the importance of following procedures when working in a chemical manufacturing environment. You are mechanically inclined and analytical and enjoy understanding how equipment works, troubleshooting problems, and finding practical solutions. You are curious and eager to learn, with the motivation to develop your technical knowledge and become increasingly proficient in plant operations. You are a collaborative team member who communicates well, supports coworkers, and takes pride in contributing to a safe and reliable operation.

We offer you

At Nouryon, you'll have the opportunity to build your technical skills in a specialized chemical manufacturing environment while learning directly from experienced operators and supervisors. Our Battleground site manufactures a complex portfolio of specialty chemicals, including metal alkyls used in the plastics and rubber industries and High Purity Metal Organics (HPMO) used in semiconductor and LED applications. You'll gain hands‑on exposure to process equipment, mechanical systems, instrumentation, process safety, and chemical manufacturing operations. You'll join an experienced production organization where safety, teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement are central to how we operate. For someone who is mechanically minded and motivated to learn, this is an opportunity to develop a long‑term career in manufacturing.

Have we got your interest?

This is a permanent, full‑time, onsite position based at our Battleground, Texas manufacturing site and reporting to the Operations Superintendent.

About Nouryon

Explore careers and life at Nouryon. If you're looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon's worldwide team in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one, we support you with your personal growth through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment. We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies, or staffing companies.