Interface with crude oil scheduling, refinery operations, and laboratory personnel to ensure ... Ensure alignment between LP assumptions and actual refinery operating conditions. Economic Studies ...
Interface with crude oil scheduling, refinery operations, and laboratory personnel to ensure ... Ensure alignment between LP assumptions and actual refinery operating conditions. Economic Studies ...
Interface with crude oil scheduling, refinery operations, and laboratory personnel to ensure ... Ensure alignment between LP assumptions and actual refinery operating conditions. Economic Studies ...
Interface with crude oil scheduling, refinery operations, and laboratory personnel to ensure ... Ensure alignment between LP assumptions and actual refinery operating conditions. Economic Studies ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
Process Operator
Opelousas, LA · On-site
$17.61 - $26.55/hr
Process Operators are responsible for running continuous vegetable oil refinery processes and/or to operate crystallizing, filling and packaging equipment in an efficient and accurate manner. Major ...
$13 - $16.50/hr
... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ... Familiar with oil refining and GMP / Food Safety requirements * Take a hands-on active role in ...
$13 - $16.50/hr
... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ... Familiar with oil refining and GMP / Food Safety requirements * Take a hands-on active role in ...
Hydrovac Operator
Sandy, UT · On-site
$30/hr
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
Sandy, UT · On-site
$30/hr
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
Venus, TX · On-site
$30/hr
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
Venus, TX · On-site
$30/hr
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
2nd - Shift Refinery Supervisor - Lincoln, NE
$58K - $108K/yr
... Oil Refinery. The candidate will coordinate communication, personnel, resources and equipment to ... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ...
2nd - Shift Refinery Supervisor - Lincoln, NE
$58K - $108K/yr
... Oil Refinery. The candidate will coordinate communication, personnel, resources and equipment to ... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ...
Hydrovac Operator
Newton, IA · On-site
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
Hydrovac Operator
Newton, IA · On-site
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
Hydrovac Operator
Buffalo, NY · On-site
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
Hydrovac Operator
Buffalo, NY · On-site
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments ...
Plant Operations Traine Grease Beast LLC, a used cooking oil refinery, located in the City of Indiantown, is seeking a bilingual (English and Spanish) trainee for plant operations. Which includes ...
Plant Operations Traine Grease Beast LLC, a used cooking oil refinery, located in the City of Indiantown, is seeking a bilingual (English and Spanish) trainee for plant operations. Which includes ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ... Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Wichita, KS · On-site
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
Wichita, KS · On-site
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
White Bear Lake, MN · On-site
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
Hydrovac Operator
White Bear Lake, MN · On-site
Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and ... oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as ...
2nd - Shift Refinery Supervisor - Lincoln, NE
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$58K - $108K/yr
... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ... Familiar with oil refining and GMP / Food Safety requirements * Take a hands-on active role in ...
2nd - Shift Refinery Supervisor - Lincoln, NE
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$58K - $108K/yr
... and operating costs. Takes an active role in managing the shift and coaching employees to reach ... Familiar with oil refining and GMP / Food Safety requirements * Take a hands-on active role in ...
Oil Refinery Operator information
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$12.02 - $13.99
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How much do oil refinery operator jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil refinery operator in the United States is $22.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Oil Refinery Operator position, and why are they important?
To thrive as an Oil Refinery Operator, you need a solid understanding of mechanical systems, chemistry, safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with distributed control systems (DCS), process monitoring tools, and safety certifications such as OSHA or HAZWOPER is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork make operators stand out on the job. These abilities are crucial for maintaining efficient, safe refinery operations and preventing costly or hazardous incidents.
What are some typical challenges Oil Refinery Operators face on the job?
Oil Refinery Operators often encounter challenges such as managing equipment malfunctions, responding quickly to process upsets, and maintaining rigorous safety and environmental standards. These roles require alertness and the ability to adapt to changing operating conditions, sometimes during long or rotating shifts. Operators must also stay up to date with evolving technology and regulations, which may involve ongoing training. Working closely with maintenance teams, engineers, and other operators helps effectively address these challenges and keep plant operations running smoothly.
What does an Oil Refinery Operator do?
An Oil Refinery Operator monitors and controls equipment used in refining crude oil into useful products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. They regulate temperature, pressure, and flow rates, ensuring the process runs safely and efficiently. Operators conduct routine inspections, troubleshoot issues, and follow strict safety procedures to prevent accidents. The role requires attention to detail, technical knowledge, and the ability to respond quickly to any system abnormalities.
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Posted 29 days ago
CHS Inc. rating
8.0
Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
55th of 339 rated logistics
Job description
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS, Inc. is hiring a Senior VCO Engineer - Short-Range - Refined Fuels at our Laurel refinery responsible for refinery-level short-term production planning, LP model stewardship, economic evaluation, and operational performance analysis in support of refinery execution.
Reporting to the Director, Value Chain Optimization (VCO), this role leads development of the monthly operations plan, supports refinery LP model and crude assay database integrity, and provides economic modeling support for refinery operations, crude oil supply, refined fuels sales, pipeline operations, and capital investments. This position requires strong technical capability in refinery processes and linear programming applications. The role ensures refinery planning accuracy, operational responsiveness, and economic rigor while partnering with the Mid-Range E&P Engineer to align short-term execution with mid-term value chain strategies.
Responsibilities
Short-Term Production Planning & Operations Support
LP Model Stewardship & Database Integrity
Economic Studies & Capital Support
Analysis & Benchmarking
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Minimum Qualifications (required)
Additional Qualifications
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.
Summary
CHS, Inc. is hiring a Senior VCO Engineer - Short-Range - Refined Fuels at our Laurel refinery responsible for refinery-level short-term production planning, LP model stewardship, economic evaluation, and operational performance analysis in support of refinery execution.
Reporting to the Director, Value Chain Optimization (VCO), this role leads development of the monthly operations plan, supports refinery LP model and crude assay database integrity, and provides economic modeling support for refinery operations, crude oil supply, refined fuels sales, pipeline operations, and capital investments. This position requires strong technical capability in refinery processes and linear programming applications. The role ensures refinery planning accuracy, operational responsiveness, and economic rigor while partnering with the Mid-Range E&P Engineer to align short-term execution with mid-term value chain strategies.
Responsibilities
Short-Term Production Planning & Operations Support
- Prepare and present the monthly refinery operations plan.
- Develop refinery production plans including throughput, crude slate, yields, blending strategies, and inventory targets.
- Conduct monthly post-audits and benchmarking analysis to evaluate refinery performance against plan.
- Analyze crude refining values and provide short-term economic optimization recommendations.
- Support refinery response to operational changes, unit outages, constraint shifts, or market movements.
- Interface with crude oil scheduling, refinery operations, and laboratory personnel to ensure production orders are operationalized through the refinery. From crude oil input to blending to finished product.
LP Model Stewardship & Database Integrity
- Maintain refinery LP model database, including integration of unit test run data and operational updates.
- Monitor unit operations and yields and update LP inputs as appropriate.
- Support maintenance of LP configuration for refinery inputs, processes, blending operations, and inventory options.
- Maintain refinery crude assay database and ensure accurate crude quality representation.
- Ensure alignment between LP assumptions and actual refinery operating conditions.
Economic Studies & Capital Support
- Performance Support economic studies to facilitate refinery and commercial decisions.
- Assist in evaluation of crude supply opportunities and commercial transactions impacting refinery economics.
- Prepare economic analysis for initiatives including discounted cash flow and payout evaluations.
Analysis & Benchmarking
- Support refinery performance benchmarking and reporting activities.
- Prepare performance reports and communicate economic results to refinery leadership.
- Identify operational improvement opportunities through economic and yield analysis.
- Represent refinery commercial interests in internal and external discussions as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with refinery operations, process engineering, supply teams, and commercial stakeholders.
- Provide consultative input to mid-term planning alignment discussions.
- Support LP improvement and data validation initiatives in coordination with the Mid-Range E&P Engineer.
- Communicate planning assumptions, risks, and economic impacts clearly across functions.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in applicable engineering field of study from an accredited four-year college or university
- 4+ years experience in refinery or related downstream energy experience.
Additional Qualifications
- Understanding of crude oil refinery processes.
- Working knowledge of linear programming concepts and refinery LP models.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage dynamic operational variables.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
- Experience supporting refinery economic analysis or optimization initiatives.
- Knowledge of refinery LP systems such as Haverly GRTMPS or similar linear programming software.
- Knowledge of process simulation tools such as Petro-SIM or Aspen HYSYS.
- Oil & Gas industry experience.
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.