Assistant Control Operator (Williams, CA)

Aymium•Williams, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Operator supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of plant equipment by assisting with field operations, performing routine inspections, and learning control room procedures. This role is an entry point into plant operations, providing hands-on experience and training toward becoming a Control Room Operator. The Assistant Operator works closely with the control room and maintenance teams to ensure plant safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn plant operations.
Strong communication skills and a team-focused mindset.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, data entry).
Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and plant reliability.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine field rounds and inspections of plant equipment to monitor operational conditions.
Assist Control Room Operators with equipment startups, shutdowns, and process adjustments.
Identify, report, and help correct safety hazards and process deviations.
Coordinate with maintenance teams to support preventative maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance activities.
Support basic maintenance tasks and coordinate with the maintenance team during plant outages or upsets.
Adjust temperature, pressure, vacuum, level, flow rate, or transfer of materials to maintain processes at required levels.
Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe plant environment.
Shut down and restart process equipment in emergency situations or for equipment maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
Document readings, observations, and activities in logs and shift reports as directed.
Participate in plant training programs and learn control room operations as part of the career progression path.
Adhere to all safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
Attend safety meetings, contribute to safety improvements, and follow lockout/tagout protocols.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and quality.
Maintain a clean and safe working area.