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Lead Operator - Oil Refinery

Rollinsford, NH · On-site

$35 - $38/hr

We are seeking a Lead Operator Oil Recycling for our Rollinsford NH Oil Re-Refinery; distilling ... Maintain accurate shift logs, production records, feed receipts, product rundowns, and laboratory ...

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Lead Operator - Oil Refinery

Lead Operator - Oil Refinery

Clean Harbors

Rollinsford, NH • On-site

$35 - $38/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Clean Harbors rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 70 rated recycling and waste

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Operator Oil Recycling for our Rollinsford NH Oil Re-Refinery; distilling used motor oil into separate streams of product- light distillate fuels, water, VGO, and asphalt.  You will perform a range of essential functions to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the refinery including Leadership/Oversight, Inspections, Troubleshooting, Control Board functions, Process Optimization, Safety and Compliance, and Quality Control. 
Wage: $35-38hr DOE.

GENEROUS SIGN ON BONUS if start by 6/8/26 or 6/15/26.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive pay and benefits.
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days.
  • 401(K) with Company matching component.
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement.
  • Positive and safe work environments.

Responsibilities:
  • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Safety is always a number one priority.
  • Monitor and control all re-refinery process units via DCS (Distributed Control System) or equivalent.
  • Continuously observe process variables (temperature, pressure, flow rates, levels, and product quality indicators) and make real-time adjustments to maintain targets and optimize yield.
  • Respond to process alarms, abnormal operating conditions, and equipment faults; initiate corrective actions or escalate to supervision and maintenance as appropriate.
  • Execute and coordinate unit startups, planned shutdowns, and emergency shutdowns in strict accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Maintain accurate shift logs, production records, feed receipts, product rundowns, and laboratory sample tracking.
  • Monitor feedstock (used oil) receipts, tank inventories, and product storage levels; coordinate transfers and blending as directed.
  • Ensure flare management, emissions monitoring, and waste stream handling meet permit requirements during all operational modes.

What does it take to work at Clean Harbors?
  • HS Diploma or GED.
  • 6+ month lead experience preferred.
  • 3+ years working in a heavy industrial plant preferred.
  • Monitoring tanks experience preferred.
  • Provide clear direction, task assignments, and operational guidance to field operators throughout the shift.
  • Be able to lift up to 50lbs, sit or stand for long periods.
 
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US

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