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AIRCO

Process Operator III (New Britain, PA)

New Britain, PA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

... contracts, including with NASA and the United States Department of Defense's Defense Innovation ... The Position We are seeking Process Operators to join our team at AirCo's New Britain, PA facility.

Aerotek

Sander (Wet Process Operator)

Orange, CA

$20 - $24/hr

Job Title: Sander (Wet Process Operator) We are seeking a Wet Process Operator (Sander) who is ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orange, CA. Pay and Benefits ...

ATI

Material Processing Operator

Richland, WA · On-site

$20 - $29.61/hr

To process material, employees must operate industrial machinery and equipment, industrial mobile ... Due to the nature of its operations, including certain federal government contracts, ATI Specialty ...

Aerotek

Dairy Processing Operator

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$22/hr

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Berlin, WI. Pay and ... We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing ...

Saransh Inc

Process Mapping Facilitators

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$19 - $23.75/hr

Contract Mandatory Areas Must Have Skills: * Experience with BPMN is mandatory * Facilitating large-scale Finance Process Optimization * SAP Signavio and Microsoft Visio * Process improvement ...

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How much do contract process operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract process operator in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Contract Process Operators?

Contract Process Operators are skilled professionals who oversee and control industrial processes on a temporary or contract basis. They typically work in sectors like oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, or power generation, operating equipment, monitoring systems, and ensuring that production runs smoothly and safely. Unlike permanent staff, contract process operators are employed for specific projects or periods, providing flexibility for employers and opportunities for workers to gain experience in different environments. Their responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, maintaining safety protocols, and reporting on process performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Process Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Process Operator, a strong understanding of process operations, safety protocols, and relevant industry standards is essential, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with process control systems (like DCS/PLC), safety management tools, and equipment maintenance software is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations in a high-stakes industrial environment.

What is the difference between Contract Process Operator vs Process Technician?

AspectContract Process OperatorProcess Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with certifications in process operations or safetyUsually requires a diploma or associate degree in process technology or related field, with similar safety certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks on a contractual basis in industrial plants, often in oil, gas, or chemical industriesWorks full-time in manufacturing or processing plants, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting
Employer & IndustryHired by contractors or agencies, primarily in energy, chemical, or manufacturing sectorsEmployed directly by companies in similar industries, focusing on process control and equipment operation

While both roles involve operating and monitoring industrial processes, Contract Process Operators typically work on a temporary basis with a focus on specific projects, whereas Process Technicians are full-time employees responsible for ongoing process maintenance and troubleshooting.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Process Operators, and how can they be addressed?

Contract Process Operators often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to new equipment or processes, maintaining strict safety standards, and efficiently managing time during shift work. Since they may be assigned to different facilities or projects, flexibility and strong communication skills are essential for integrating smoothly with permanent teams. Proactively seeking guidance, participating in relevant training, and staying updated on company policies can help overcome these challenges and ensure successful performance in the role.
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Associate Director, Source to Contract Process & Platform Enablement

Vrtx

Boston, MA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job Description

Role Summary

The AD, SourcetoContract Process & Platform Enablement is responsible for leading and advancing SourcetoContract (S2C) execution enablement, serving as a senior business lead for the processes, platforms, and controls that enable compliant, efficient, and scalable sourcing, contracting, and thirdparty risk management. This role shapes how S2C capabilities are translated into business outcomes by aligning process design, platform enablement, governance, and continuous improvement across the endtoend execution lifecycle.

This role leads the business-side enablement of S2C execution across sourcing events, awards, contract creation and lifecycle management, and supplier contract enablement. The role is expected to standardize and modernize execution through disciplined operating models, strong cross-functional partnership, and thoughtful adoption of digital and AI-enabled capabilities that improve user experience, decision support, control effectiveness, and speed to value. In partnership with Category Management, Legal, Procurement Operations, IT/Digital, and other COE towers, the leader ensures S2C execution is well-controlled, resilient, scalable, and continuously improving.

Key Responsibilities

1. S2C Process & Platform Ownership

  • Serve as a senior business lead for SourcetoContract execution processes and enabling platforms, including sourcing events, supplier collaboration, award workflows, contract authoring, approvals, execution, amendments, and renewals.
  • Drive process and platform alignment across sourcing and contracting to support seamless handoffs into downstream P2P execution.
  • Drive a controlled endtoend lifecycle for S2C execution with appropriate approvals, auditready traceability, and contract integrity.

2. Enablement Roadmap & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead the enablement roadmap and backlog for S2C processes and platforms, including enhancements, configuration changes, and defect remediation.
  • Prioritize work based on business value, risk mitigation, compliance impact, and operational efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement across sourcing cycle times, contract turnaround, template usage, clause compliance, and user adoption.

3. Change, Release & Readiness Management

  • Lead business-side change and release readiness for S2C platforms, including impact assessment, testing coordination, UAT, and golive preparation.
  • Help ensure sourcing and contracting changes do not disrupt active sourcing events, contract execution, or downstream purchasing.
  • Partner with IT and Operations on issue management, escalations, and postdeployment stabilization.

4. Controls, Compliance & Contract Integrity

  • Advance sourcing and contracting workflows that support required controls, approval routing, legal review checkpoints, and standardized contract language.
  • Partner with Legal, Finance, Compliance, and Risk to operationalize policy requirements and mitigate commercial and regulatory risk through execution.

5. Supplier & Stakeholder Enablement

  • Enable effective supplier participation in sourcing and contracting workflows through clear processes, templates, and supporting guidance.
  • Partner with Category Managers and Legal to improve usability and consistency while maintaining required safeguards.

6. Operating Model with CLM and TPRM Operations

  • Partner with Central Operations and any execution or BPO teams supporting sourcing, contract, and TPRM administration to maintain clear operating rhythms.
  • Define escalation paths, issue resolution processes, and continuous improvement loops in partnership with operations teams to reduce friction and improve service levels.

7. CrossCOE Collaboration

  • Partner with Strategy, Governance & Excellence to operationalize sourcing and contracting standards within execution workflows.
  • Partner with P2P Process & Platform Enablement to ensure clean downstream integration from contract to purchase.
  • Partner with Analytics to ensure S2C execution data supports trusted KPIs, savings tracking, and contractual compliance insights.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • 8+ years of experience supporting and enabling SourcetoContract processes and platforms in a business, COE, or product ownership role.
  • Strong understanding of sourcing execution, contract lifecycle management, approvals, and supplier engagement.
  • Handson experience leading requirements definition, UAT, enablement enhancements, and user training.
  • 5+ years with Coupa Sourcing, Icertis and Process Unity platforms
  • Experience leading AI-enabled process improvement and digital innovation within procurement, sourcing, contracting, or adjacent enterprise workflows.
  • Experience driving standardization of sourcing and contracting execution at scale.
  • Experience partnering closely with Legal and Category Management teams.
  • Familiarity with contract template governance, clause libraries, and compliance enablement.

Leadership Attributes

  • Strong execution focus with the ability to balance speed, control, and risk.
  • Strong crossfunctional influencer and advisor who can drive alignment across Procurement, Legal, and Operations without direct authority.
  • Clear communicator who translates business and legal requirements into executable processes and platform outcomes.
  • Forward-looking leader who can evaluate and apply AI capabilities to simplify processes, improve decision support, and enhance user experience responsibly.

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Pay Range:

$156,000 - $234,000

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

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