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Clean Harbors

Refinery Operator

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$26 - $27.74/hr

... oil absorbent pads. Wage: $27.74 Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5: * ... Assists other operators. * Completes housekeeping tasks within the refinery. * Loads and unloads ...

Clean Harbors

Refinery Operator I

East Chicago, IN · On-site

Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Oil and gas experience is an asset! * Mechanically inclined or familiar with general tools

Clean Harbors

Refinery Operator I

East Chicago, IN · On-site

Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Oil and gas experience is an asset! * Mechanically inclined or familiar with general tools

CleanHarbors

Refinery Operator I

East Chicago, IN · On-site

Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Oil and gas experience is an asset! * Mechanically inclined or familiar with general tools

Clean Harbors

Refinery Operator I

East Chicago, IN · On-site

Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Oil and gas experience is an asset! * Mechanically inclined or familiar with general tools

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$40K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Union, MO · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Union, MO · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Union, MO · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$40K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

Maverik Oils LLC

Junior Sales Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$40K/yr

... operators, bakeries, food manufacturers, and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Support senior sales representatives in managing existing accounts focused on edible oils and release agents * Assist ...

ASRC

Refinery Operator Trainee

North Pole, AK

... oil for the Interior and Northern Alaska communities. We operate our businesses reliably and ... Refinery Operator Trainee is an hourly position, 7 - 12-hour shifts on and 7 days off working a ...

Archer Daniels Midland

Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). * Lead continuous improvement ... oilseeds crushing, edible oil processing, solvent extraction and/or refining processes.

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How much do apprentice edible oil refinery operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice edible oil refinery operator in the United States is $20.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an apprentice edible oil refinery operator do?

An Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator assists in the processing and refining of edible oils, such as soybean, canola, or sunflower oil. They help monitor equipment, ensure quality standards are met, and follow safety protocols throughout the refining process. Apprentices also learn to operate and troubleshoot machinery, take samples for laboratory analysis, and support experienced operators in daily plant operations. This role is designed to provide hands-on training and prepare individuals for more advanced positions within the refinery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice edible oil refinery operator?

To thrive as an Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator, you need a basic understanding of chemical processes, safety protocols, and mechanical aptitude, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with process control systems, laboratory testing equipment, and maintenance tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a refinery environment where precision and safety are paramount.

What are some common challenges faced by apprentice edible oil refinery operators during their training period?

As an Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator, you may encounter challenges such as learning to operate complex machinery safely, understanding the detailed steps of the refining process, and maintaining strict quality and safety standards. Adapting to rotating shifts and working in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment can also be demanding at first. However, with hands-on experience and guidance from experienced operators, you will gain confidence in troubleshooting equipment issues and monitoring production parameters to ensure consistent product quality.

What is the difference between Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator vs Edible Oil Refinery Operator?

AspectApprentice Edible Oil Refinery OperatorEdible Oil Refinery Operator
CredentialsBasic certifications, on-the-job trainingAdvanced certifications, experience required
Work EnvironmentTraining environment, supervised tasksFull operational plant, independent work
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with operations, learning processesManaging refining processes, troubleshooting

The Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator is in a training phase, focusing on learning and assisting under supervision. In contrast, the Edible Oil Refinery Operator is fully responsible for managing refining operations independently, requiring more experience and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Edible Oil Refinery Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,951 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Edible Oil Technician - Nights 2-2-3 Shift

Zeeland, MI • On-site

Zeeland Farm Services I
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Edible Oil Technician ZFS - Night Shift 2-2-3 Schedule
Job Description

Night Shift Biweekly Schedule: 4:50pm to 5:00am, 2-2-3 schedule (see below)

Hourly Rate: $24.00 per hour, plus a $2.00 shift premium once placed on night shift

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36

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48

Job Summary:

Responsible for monitoring and operating oil refinery processing equipment and assures production quality standards are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Constantly monitor and control plant operations to carry out the established operations plan, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Physically monitor and maintain within normal ranges operating parameters including process temperatures, vacuums, pressures, flows and levels to evaluate automatically controlled process.
  • Take product samples per product specifications, analyze product quality and record resulting test data.
  • Maintain logs of instrument readings observed during hourly rounds. This includes pressure and temperature gauges, checking pumps for leaks, checking tanks for leaks, etc.
  • Follow all company and regulatory food safety policies and procedures. Reports any potential food safety issues to management. Participates in all programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
  • Communicates regularly with all other employees and departments and assists all other employees and departments as required for efficient plant operation.
  • Participates in projects as needed or assigned by management that improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
  • Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
  • Abides by all safety, health, environmental and food/feed safety policies, and procedures.
  • Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe workstation/environment at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

  • Education: High School or Equivalent
  • Experience: 1-2 Years in manufacturing preferred.
  • A Post-Secondary education and or technical trade certificate is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Ability to exhibit a professional manner in dealing with other departments, working to maintain constructive working relationships under all circumstances.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.
  • Ability to maintain good attendance habits.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Abide by all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
  • Abide by company’s safety, quality, environmental and HR policies at all times.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit.
  • Frequently required to climb to levels of 125 feet or more, confined and harnessed. Use of stairs and ladders are required.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds or more.
  • Operate in an office and production environment. Production environment could include frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme heat or cold; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the production environment is usually very loud.
  • This position requires the use of a respirator.

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