Process Operator

Indiana, United States of America Job Family Group: Production and Manufacturing Downstream Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: July 6, 2026 Business Unit: Projects and Technology Experience Level: Experienced Professionals Job Description: What’s the role As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for the following duties listed below. Comply with all safety regulations, policies, standards, and practices Operate and monitor process and associated equipment for job area Be trained and qualified in all functions of the Operator classification, and operate these functions as assigned Perform in-process analytical testing, analyze in-process test results, and apply appropriate corrective actions Perform minor routine, running, and preventive maintenance work Maintain all necessary records, and provide a detailed summary of the shift in logbooks and electronically in end of shift Reports, including but not limited to safety, quality, mechanical problems/repairs, and process changes Review with oncoming shift operator a detailed summary of the shift including but not limited to safety, quality, mechanical problems/repairs, and process changes Maintain all assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition, with aisles and passageways unobstructed Receive training to be certified and operate any powered industrial vehicles required for the completion of work assignments Receive and utilize training for the operation of computer software and hardware tools of the job, including, but not limited to, process control hardware/software, process analytical software, email, and inter/intranet Package and load materials using heavy equipment, including forklifts What we need from you Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer Must be at least 18 years old Must possess a high school diploma or GED Must possess a current, valid driver’s license Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues Must have a minimum of three (3) years of current experience as a Process/Production Operator in a catalyst, petrochemical, refining, general chemical or other manufacturing related work environment is preferred OR have an Associate of Applied Science degree in Process Technology Willing to work outside in inclement weather with or without accommodation Willing to work in compact and confined spaces with or without accommodation Willing to climb ladders, walk up and down steps, and work at heights with or without accommodation Must be able to respond in a timely manner to site work schedule needs. Willing to work a rotating shift work schedule Willing to work overtime, holidays, nights, and weekends As a part of the pre-employment selection process, candidates are required to submit to and receive satisfactory results from all pre-employment background, medical, reference and drug checks, including hair and oral fluids drug testing Willing to support the company's drug-free work environment, which will include random drug screenings Willing to support and comply with the company's harassment-free work environment policy Willing to support and comply with the company’s safety policies and initiatives Willing to support and comply with the company's diversity and inclusion work environment policies Willing to achieve satisfactory results on a pre-employment assessment Willingness to relocate (without company-provided relocation) if not currently living near enough to the site to respond in a timely manner to site needs and requests ***Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. To be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive a passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe*** This position starting pay rate is $32.26 per hour going up to $33.61 per hour after 210 days and up to 18 months; further pay increases occur beyond this time depending upon the position with a current “top rate” of $37.59 per hour. For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents. Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal