Chemical Operator
Redwoodmaterials•2h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-time
- About Redwood Materials Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse
- recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have. The Chemical Operator is a safety critical role responsible for the safe, disciplined operation of chemical processing systems in a continuously operating manufacturing environment. Operators are entrusted with real time decision making authority while on shift and are expected to actively monitor process conditions, identify risk
- take appropriate action to protect people, equipment, the environment
- product quality. Chemical Operators take full ownership of their equipment and processes. They are expected to operate with a strong sense of accountability, follow standard work rigorously, escalate abnormal conditions early
- intervene when conditions are unsafe or outside of established operating limits. Safety is the top priority in every task and decision. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safety, Risk Awareness
- Maintain an uncompromising commitment to personal, team, and process safety always.
- Proactively identify unsafe conditions, at risk behaviors, and abnormal process conditions; immediately correct when safe to do so and escalate when conditions exceed authority or capability.
- Follows all safety procedures, permits, and controls (including PPE, LOTO, and hazardous material handling) and actively reinforce safe behaviors within the team.
- Clearly communicate safety concerns, near misses, and abnormal events during shift handovers and through proper reporting channels. Operational Discipline & Decision Making
- Operate, monitor, and control a continuously running production line using established procedures, standard work, and operating limits.
- Use process data, instrumentation, and alarms (temperature, pressure, pH, flow, etc.) to make informed decisions and take timely corrective actions.
- Recognize early indicators of process deviation or equipment degradation and respond before issues escalate.
- Maintain strict adherence to process limits and specifications; do not bypass safeguards or procedures.
- Execute startups, shutdowns, and transitions deliberately and in accordance with approved instructions. Equipment Ownership & Process Execution
- Own assigned equipment and process areas, ensuring they are operated, inspected, and maintained in a stable and compliant condition.
- Operate a wide range of chemical processing and material handling equipment, including but not limited to:
- Holding tanks, utility manifolds, and bulk material conveyance systems
- Centrifugal and metering pumps
- Heat exchangers, filters, centrifuges, and filter presses
- Kilns, evaporators, and wastewater treatment systems
- Perform routine field rounds, sampling, and basic troubleshooting activities.
- Accurately document operating conditions, deviations, and actions taken. Sampling, Quality, and Communication
- Collect in process and finished product samples in accordance with procedures and verify results against expected parameters.
- Communicate process status, risks, and issues clearly with Engineering, Maintenance, and Manufacturing teams.
- Execute thorough, factual, and disciplined shift handovers to ensure continuity and shared understanding across shifts.
- Support troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and continuous improvement efforts when required. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Basic working knowledge of chemical plant operations and process equipment (6 months of experience preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to follow procedures precisely while maintaining situational awareness and sound judgment.
- Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation and record keeping habits.
- Comfortable navigating complex HMIs (e.g., Ignition) to monitor, control, and troubleshooting processes.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials handling; HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Willingness to speak up, escalate issues early, and challenge unsafe conditions respectfully.
- A passion for sustainability and contributing to a safer, more responsible manufacturing environment. The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information
- inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
Required skills
Chemical ProcessingSafety ProceduresInstrumentationProcess ControlMaterial Handling