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Assistant Plant Operator

United States, Odessa

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SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

About the Role

ChampionX has an immediate need for an Assistant Plant Operator in our Chemical Technologies group located in Odessa, TX. This position will join the production team in the Odessa plant and allow you to learn and progress through all operational skills required to blend, react, and package products within the facility. The role reports to the Production Team Leads and works closely with other core functional groups within the Odessa ChampionX Manufacturing Plant.

If you are a dedicated professional with a proven track record of success, we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a large growing company offering competitive base rates and comprehensive benefits.

What's in it for You

• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, technology, and continuous learning opportunities
• Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety, including industry-leading safety training and personal protective equipment
• The opportunity to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• Support from an organization that believes diverse people, perspectives, and ideas drive better results
• Pride in working for a company focused on clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments
• Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and more

What You Will Do

• Complete work functions within production operations on a daily basis
• Responsible for quality blending of finished products and the bulk, drum, and packaging of products
• Perform general forklift duties as required
• Operate mechanical and electrical equipment including pumps, mixing equipment, and automation control systems used in blending and packaging operations
• Complete and comply with all safety initiatives and certification requirements, including near-miss and incident reporting
• Accountable for data entry of production tickets, goods receipts, and shipping documentation
• Conduct daily inspections of work areas and complete monthly reporting requirements
• Maintain daily housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and organized work environment at all times
• Assist with physical inventory counts and inventory processes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO requirements

Position Details

• Location: Odessa, TX
• Department: Chemical Technologies Manufacturing Operations
• Reports To: Production Team Leads
• Schedule: Plant Operations Schedule
• Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator
• Physically able to lift up to 60 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and perform squatting and bending activities (Agility Tests 1, 2a & 2b)
• Immigration sponsorship is not offered for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Team player with the ability to perform physical work in a manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills with the ability to navigate core business programs
• Two-year Process Technology degree preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an operator in a batch or specialty chemical manufacturing plant
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant manufacturing or production experience
• Forklift operation certification preferred
• 24-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders regularly
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and perform repetitive physical activities
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator

About Us

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that has been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy and less carbon. Our diverse and innovative teams are focused on advancing technology and developing the new energy solutions needed to meet tomorrow's challenges.

For more news and information, visit SLB.com.

Follow us on Facebook at @WeAreSLBGlobal, LinkedIn: SLBGlobal, and Instagram at @SLBGlobal.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

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Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

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Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

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Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

Global in outlook, local in practice - and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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