Senior Front-End Pumper Operator — Process Control & Safety

Emery Oleochemicals Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Oleochemicals Group in Cincinnati, OH, is hiring for an Operator IV - Front End-Pumper. The role involves preparing and monitoring production processes, maintaining safety, quality, and documentation, and ensuring smooth shift transitions.

You will operate processing equipment, log data, perform maintenance, and work 12-hour rotating shifts days/nights/weekends to support continuous production.

Qualifications

• Distillation and/or vacuum experience required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to analyze information for process optimization.
• Understanding of controls and instrumentation in process systems.
• Experience maintaining manufacturing quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules, drawings, and specs to prepare for production.
• Set and program processing controls, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
• Operate DCS and monitor processing variables for stability.
• Test samples and inspect products to ensure quality.
• Log processing data accurately and timely.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
• Keep the work area safe and clean; follow procedures and rules.
• Communicate actions and needs across shifts to ensure continuity.

Skills

Distillation experience

Vacuum experience

Written and verbal communication

Manufacturing methods & procedures

Process improvement

Analyzing information

Controls & instrumentation

Manufacturing quality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emery Oleochemicals Group in Cincinnati, OH, is hiring for an Operator IV - Front End-Pumper. The role involves preparing and monitoring production processes, maintaining safety, quality, and documentation, and ensuring smooth shift transitions.

You will operate processing equipment, log data, perform maintenance, and work 12-hour rotating shifts days/nights/weekends to support continuous production.