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From the employer's careers site First seen 5 Nov 2026

Process Operator

Shell Indiana full-time

Salary

$32.26 per hour going up to $33.61 per h…

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Description

As a Process Operator at Shell, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring processes and associated equipment, performing in-process analytical testing, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities:

  • Comply with all safety regulations, policies, standards, and practices
  • Operate and monitor process and associated equipment for job area
  • 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
  • Review with oncoming shift operator a detailed summary of the shift including 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
  • Package and load materials using heavy equipment, including forklifts

Requirements:

  • Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Benefits:

  • Competitive starting salary ($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)
  • 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

Skills

Required

  • process operation
  • analytical testing
  • maintenance
  • record keeping
  • communication

Nice to have

  • Associate of Applied Science degree in Process Technology
  • experience as a Process/Production Operator

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://shell.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ShellCareers/job/Indiana---Michigan-City-Catalyst-Plant/Process-Operator_R212370

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