Production Operation Specialist

United StatesFull-time$30/hrPosted Jul 29, 2026

SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a Local Production CDL Operator located in Odessa, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

What's in it For You:

Access to best-in-class resources, tools, technology and continuous education
Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety to include top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment
The opportunity to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
Pride in working for a company that provides clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k) with company matching and more!
Starting pay of $30.00 per hour, with incremental wage increases through our Skills Progression Program.

What You Will Do:

Complete daily work functions within production operations in a safe and efficient manner
Blend, react, package, and transfer finished chemical products while maintaining quality standards
Operate mechanical and electrical equipment including pumps, mixers, automation control systems, and packaging equipment
Perform forklift operations to move raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials throughout the facility
Complete production documentation including production tickets, goods receipts, inventory transactions, and shipping documentation
Conduct daily inspections of equipment and work areas while maintaining housekeeping standards throughout the facility
Comply with all plant safety initiatives, environmental requirements, and quality procedures, including near-miss and incident reporting
Assist with physical inventory counts and maintain inventory accuracy
Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO requirements and company operating procedures
Work closely with Production Team Leads and cross-functional teams to support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations
Operate commercial CDL vehicles to transport materials between company facilities and customer locations within the Midland/Odessa area, as business needs require.

Position Details:

Location: Odessa, TX
Department: Chemical Technologies Manufacturing Operations
Reports to: Production Team Leads
Ability to work the assigned plant operations schedule, including overtime as needed
Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing

Minimum Qualifications:

6 months of relevant experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment
High School Diploma or GED
Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator
Physically able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 60 pounds
Must currently hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by the state in which the candidate resides
Must possess HazMat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain both within 30 days of hire.
Acceptable motor vehicle record (3 years)
Must be comfortable operating company vehicles equipped with in-cab camera systems.
CDL must not include a manual transmission restriction.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders and perform bending, squatting, kneeling, and other physical activities required in a manufacturing environment
Must have the ability to safely work in an industrial manufacturing environment while wearing required personal protective equipment
Immigration sponsorship not offered for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

Two-year Process Technology degree preferred
Minimum of one year of experience as an operator in a batch or specialty chemical manufacturing plant
Minimum of one year of relevant manufacturing or production experience
Forklift operation certification preferred
24-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred
Basic computer application literacy, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn internal business systems
Prior experience that demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
Prior experience that demonstrates strong work ethic, effective time management, adaptability, teamwork, and attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Physical Demands:

May be required to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 60 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders on a regular basis.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.

About Us

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that's been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that's been our mission for nearly a century.

Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

For more information, visit SLB.com

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We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.