Sulfur Recovery Operations Lead — Safety, Process Excellence

Chemtrade; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Chemtrade in Anacortes, WA is seeking a Sulfur Recovery Operations Leader to guide day-to-day sulfur unit operations. You will lead production, coach operators, ensure compliance with permits, and work with maintenance and engineering to optimize reliability and safety.

The role requires 5–7 years in a highly hazardous chemical plant with SRU experience preferred; a high school diploma, safety training, and a strong safety culture are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in a highly hazardous chemical plant; SRU experience preferred.
• Proficient with safety management and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead production execution within unit limits and regulatory permits; monitor data daily.
• Provide technical coaching to operators and track unit rates and consumption.
• Control operating costs and drive process improvements.
• Ensure accurate work order entry and approvals; coordinate with the Operations Manager.
• Provide vacation relief and on-call coverage for SRU operations.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment and environmental issues; monitor emissions and wastewater.
• Lead safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Process safety

Environmental compliance

Education

High school diploma

Safety training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chemtrade in Anacortes, WA is seeking a Sulfur Recovery Operations Leader to guide day-to-day sulfur unit operations. You will lead production, coach operators, ensure compliance with permits, and work with maintenance and engineering to optimize reliability and safety.

The role requires 5–7 years in a highly hazardous chemical plant with SRU experience preferred; a high school diploma, safety training, and a strong safety culture are essential.