Senior Chemical Operator: Process Control & QC Expert

Cabot Corporation; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabot Corporation is seeking a Process Operator in Texas to manage chemical processes and operate equipment, including the distributed control system (DCS). The role requires reading operating instructions, following quality plans, and maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include setting up operations, monitoring processes, performing QC tests, and assisting in packaging and loading materials. Strong teamwork and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Licensing for chemical and/or power station operation required.
• 5–7 years of chemical operation experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret operating instructions and blueprints.
• Strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Controls chemical process and operates equipment using the DCS.
• Follows WI and PQCP.
• May operate energy center and/or control room equipment.
• Adjusts controls to regulate production variables.
• Performs setup procedures for operation.
• Monitors and troubleshoots the process to maintain conditions.
• Performs in-process quality control testing.
• Performs minor maintenance on process and support equipment.
• May enter work orders in a business management system.
• May transfer and move materials in heavy containers.
• Assists in packaging product for shipment and loading/unloading.
• Participates in safety meetings and trainings.
• May train operators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Keeps work area safe and clean.

Skills

Manual dexterity

General mechanical aptitude

Reading operating instructions

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational and record keeping

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Licensing for chemical or power station operation

Tools

DCS (Distributed Control System)

PQCP (Product Quality Control Plans)

Job description

Cabot Corporation is seeking a Process Operator in Texas to manage chemical processes and operate equipment, including the distributed control system (DCS). The role requires reading operating instructions, following quality plans, and maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include setting up operations, monitoring processes, performing QC tests, and assisting in packaging and loading materials. Strong teamwork and safety awareness are essential.