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Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Hebron, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $20.25/hr

These include but are not limited to Cookers and Distillation column. Other duties will include ... Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ...

CleanHarbors

Chemical Operator

Hebron, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $20.25/hr

These include but are not limited to Cookers and Distillation column. Other duties will include ... Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Hebron, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $20.25/hr

These include but are not limited to Cookers and Distillation column. Other duties will include ... Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Hebron, OH · On-site

$14.42 - $28.85/hr

These include but are not limited to Cookers and Distillation column. Other duties will include ... Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ...

CleanHarbors

Chemical Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$14.42 - $28.85/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$14.42 - $28.85/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Next Century Spirits Inc

Process Operator

Zebulon, NC · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Our patented post distillation filtering and finishing technology creates a tool for the ... Equipment Operated: hand trucks, pallet jacks, lifts, scales and forklifts Job Type: Full-time ...

Clean Harbors

Chemical Operator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Next Century Spirits Inc

Process Operator

Zebulon, NC · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Our patented post distillation filtering and finishing technology creates a tool for the ... Equipment Operated: hand trucks, pallet jacks, lifts, scales and forklifts Job Type: Full-time ...

CleanHarbors

Chemical Operator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $22.75/hr

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment * Group 401K with ... Assures Distillation units are never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is not ...

Next Century Spirits Inc

Process Operator

Zebulon, NC · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Our patented post distillation filtering and finishing technology creates a tool for the ... Equipment Operated: hand trucks, pallet jacks, lifts, scales and forklifts Job Type: Full-time ...

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How much do full time distillation operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time distillation operator in the United States is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Distillation Operator vs Process Technician?

AspectFull Time Distillation OperatorProcess Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in distillation processesHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentRefineries, chemical plants, or manufacturing facilitiesRefineries, chemical plants, or industrial manufacturing sites
Job FocusOperating and monitoring distillation equipmentMaintaining and troubleshooting various process equipment
Common UsageIndustry-specific role in refining and chemical productionBroader industrial process role, including distillation

In summary, a Full Time Distillation Operator specializes in operating distillation equipment within refineries or chemical plants, focusing on monitoring and controlling distillation processes. A Process Technician has a broader role, often involving maintenance and troubleshooting across various process systems, including distillation. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments but differ in scope and specific responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Distillation Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,306 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Distillation & Utilities Operator

3V Sigma USA

Georgetown, SC • On-site

$24 - $32/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 hours ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Location: Georgetown, South Carolina
Pay Range: $24.00-$32.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Rotating swing shifts consisting of 8- or 12-hour shifts. Applicants must be available to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and weekend overnights as scheduled.
Position Overview
We are seeking a safety-focused Distillation & Utilities Operator to support solvent recovery and chemical manufacturing operations at our Georgetown facility. This position operates distillation systems, manages plant utility equipment, and monitors environmental-control systems, including the thermal oxidizer (TOX), ground flare, and related solvent-recovery equipment.
The ideal candidate will have industrial process experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to safely monitor and adjust multiple operating systems.
What You'll Do
  • Operate distillation units used to recover solvents from chemical manufacturing processes.
  • Connect feed, product, and sludge tanks and adjust heat supplied by plant boilers to maintain safe and efficient operation.
  • Operate and monitor three distillation columns and associated process equipment.
  • Charge and discharge pot stills according to batch requirements and product specifications.
  • Monitor plant utilities, including steam and condensate, cooling water, chilled water, nitrogen, process water, air dryers, and compressors.
  • Operate and monitor environmental-control equipment, including the thermal oxidizer, ground flare, steam stripper, and cryogenic condenser.
  • Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, tank levels, and other process conditions, making operating adjustments when necessary.
  • Complete hourly operating logs, batch sheets, logbooks, and other required production records.
  • Collect representative liquid samples from process operations for testing.
  • Enter work orders into the company's ERP system and coordinate equipment repairs with the Maintenance Department.
  • Perform basic mechanical tasks, including breaking piping or process lines apart, installing gaskets or packing, bolting flanges, and using common hand tools.
  • Follow established procedures for safe work permits, hot work, line breaks, lockout/tagout, and confined-space entry.
  • Identify and report equipment problems, process deviations, environmental concerns, and unsafe conditions.

Requirements
What We're Looking For
  • Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, distillation, solvent recovery, plant utilities, wastewater treatment, refining, or a similar industrial process environment.
  • General knowledge of pumps, valves, heat exchangers, condensers, rupture discs, pressure-relief devices, and other common process equipment.
  • Ability to read gauges, follow operating procedures, maintain accurate records, and respond appropriately to changing process conditions.
  • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely use basic hand tools.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and established operating procedures.
  • Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with Production, Maintenance, Environmental, and other plant departments.
  • Ability to work rotating days, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Preferred Experience
  • Hands-on experience operating distillation columns or solvent-recovery systems.
  • Experience with thermal oxidizers, flares, steam strippers, cryogenic condensers, or wastewater-treatment systems.
  • Familiarity with industrial utility systems, including steam, cooling water, chilled water, nitrogen, and compressed air.
  • Experience using an ERP or maintenance-management system such as JD Edwards, SAP, or Oracle.
  • Experience working under safe work permit, hot work, line-break, lockout/tagout, and confined-space-entry procedures.

Salary Description
$24-$32/hour

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