Production Specialist, Operations

Chevron•Carlsbad, NM

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Specialist – Operations plays a critical role in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient field operations through workforce development, operational excellence, process safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position serves as a technical and operational resource for field personnel by coordinating training, mentoring employees, supporting digital tool adoption, and driving standardization across operational processes. The role partners closely with Operations, HSE, Learning & Development, and field teams to enhance workforce capability, ensure compliance, and promote Chevron’s Operational Excellence culture. The position requires a strong field presence, spending approximately 75% of time in the field and 25% in the office, supporting frontline operations and business priorities. The Production Specialist - Operations will need to operate with a One Team mindset and serves as a key liaison between field operations, integrated operations center (IOC) and learning & development (L&D) department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three (3) or more years of upstream oil and gas production operations experience.
Demonstrated understanding of production operations, facility processes, field troubleshooting, and operational workflows.
Experience coaching, mentoring, or training field personnel.
Working knowledge of Chevron Operational Excellence (OE) principles, Start Work Discipline, and Control of Work processes.
Ability to communicate effectively with frontline employees, contractors, field leadership, and support organizations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and operational software systems.
Ability to travel within the operating area and perform regular field visits.
Ability to work safely in field environments and meet all physical requirements for site access.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent military experience in a technical, engineering, business, or related discipline that provides knowledge and skills transferable to production operations.
Five (5) years of upstream production operations experience.
Previous experience as a Field Specialist, Lead Operator, Production Specialist, Operations Coordinator, or similar operational leadership role.
Strong knowledge of Prometheus Mobile, SAP, Energy Components (EC), Petrasoft, Mobile Operator, Procedure Hub, and EIP tools.
Experience developing and delivering technical training programs, job aids, and competency assessments.
Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), PSSR processes, and risk assessment methodologies.
Experience supporting Operational Excellence, continuous improvement, and workforce capability development initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, develop, and influence others while fostering a strong One Team culture.
Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional efforts and drive operational improvement across multiple teams and disciplines.

Responsibilities

Coach, mentor, and develop Field Specialists, trainees, contractors, and new hires.
Coordinate onboarding programs and field integration for new personnel.
Conduct learning assessments, facilitate demonstrations, and support competency gap closure activities.
Partner with Learning & Development (L&D) to ensure workforce compliance with required training programs, including CMS and LMS requirements.
Coordinate and support vendor-led training opportunities.
Provide operational support and backfill coverage during staffing constraints and critical business needs.
Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) for new equipment installations and facility upgrades and ensure personnel receive appropriate training.
Participate in impact shutdown planning and execution activities.
Conduct a minimum of three-monthly ride-alongs with Field Specialists to observe work practices, identify improvement opportunities, and reinforce operational standards.
Train and mentor personnel on Chevron operational systems and digital tools, including Prometheus Mobile, SAP, Exception Capture (EC), Petrasoft, Mobile Operator, Procedure Hub, and EIP.
Conduct field safety engagements and observations to reinforce safe work practices and operational discipline.
Support and assist with demonstration approvals and workforce competency validations.
Partner with HSE personnel to support emergency response drills, Control of Work (COW) exercises, and Operational Excellence presentations.
Support development, maintenance, redlining, and continuous improvement of EIPs and the EIP digital platform.
Participate in and support Root Cause Analyses (RCA) when required.
Support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), permit reviews, and hazard assessments associated with high-risk work activities.
Develop and deliver training materials, job aids, and field resources supporting Operational Front Line Maintenance (OFLM) expectations and process safety initiatives.
Support continuous improvement of HSE-related digital tools and operational workflows.
Train personnel on spill reporting processes and validate reporting accuracy and compliance.
Partner with HSE and field teams to promote site cleanliness, environmental stewardship, and proper waste disposal practices.
Support Operational Excellence initiatives and improvement projects as assigned.
Monitor equipment rental utilization and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and cost management.
Identify and support opportunities for operational optimization and process improvement.
Serve as the single point of contact for Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Critical Operating Procedure (COP) review, validation, and coordination efforts.
Support winter weather readiness activities, including equipment preparation and operational contingency planning.
Provide support for facility design improvements, artificial lift system enhancements, troubleshooting efforts, and operational reliability initiatives.
Participate in core business meetings, including: Start of Shift (SOS) Meetings Tactical Work Coordination Meetings, Production Support Team Meetings, Optimization Meetings, & Quarterly Area Operational Excellence Meetings
Support additional cross-functional engagements and projects as business needs require.