Senior Level Chemical Operator Jobs
Senior level chemical operator jobs put experienced professionals in charge of process ownership, operational decision-making, and the teams or projects that keep production running safely and efficiently. Roles are predominantly on-site across Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Weaver, and Immunome hiring at this level now.
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Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Job Category
Engineering & Science
Position Summary
The realistic useable salary range for this position is in the $120,000 to a maximum of $160,000 range.
The Chemical Manufacturing Operations Manager position is located at Bridgestone’s Bio-Rubber Process Research Center (BPRC) in Southeast Mesa, Arizona. This is not a remote or work from home position. The BPRC is a Process Safety Management regulated, 24/5, continuous Chemical Manufacturing Pilot Plant facility for developing the processes necessary to extract natural rubber from Guayule shrub, producing samples for product testing and gathering engineering data for commercial scale-up. The role is not just a management role as this role has both management and technical responsibilities and at a high level the Operations Manager Chemical Manufacturing will:
- Be responsible for safe operations of the plant
- Manage the process team (Sr. process engineer, process supervisors and process technicians) to meet site goals
- Collaborate with and assist other departments (EHSS, maintenance, engineering, lab) and contractors to fulfill the above
- Assist/perform advanced process troubleshooting in the plant, experiment design & execution in the plant, process development & design
Pay Range: $122,200.00 - $195,500.00
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities
EHSS & PSM
- Responsible for EHSS & PSM compliance of the process team
- Provide data to EHSS for reporting and compliance
- Lead, participate in and document risk assessments, PSSR’s, MOC’s, root cause investigations and HazOp’s
- Serve as an emergency contact for the site
Operations
- Responsible for generating production/sample/trial schedules and executing to the schedule
- Schedule raw materials
- Provide supervision and direction to the process team
- Oversee day-to-day activities within the process area
- Lead continuous improvement of production methods/procedures, equipment performance and team efficiency
- Manage process and/or equipment trials
- Provide input on annual operating budgets for the process area and manage to the budget
Collaboration
- Interface with the Maintenance department to coordinate plant maintenance and project work and to plan the annual shutdown
- Interface with Corporate Research & Development teammates to develop new products
- Provide input to scale processes from lab to pilot to commercial
- Provide technical input for capital projects
Leadership Skills
- Lead by example
- Lead via routine genba walks
- Demonstrate honesty and high integrity consistently to build respect and trust
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field is required.
- PSM experience: MOC, PSSR, PHA, MI, SOP’s, root cause investigations, safety programs
- Basic understanding of process control logic – ladder and function block
- Five years operations management experience in a PSM plant
- Ten years overall experience in a PSM plant
- Process scale-up experience
- Must have good engineering technical skills
LI-JB1
At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
What we offer
At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:
- A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
- The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- An effective and inclusive team.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Job Category
Engineering & Science
Position Summary
The realistic useable salary range for this position is in the $120,000 to a maximum of $160,000 range.
The Chemical Manufacturing Operations Manager position is located at Bridgestone’s Bio-Rubber Process Research Center (BPRC) in Southeast Mesa, Arizona. This is not a remote or work from home position. The BPRC is a Process Safety Management regulated, 24/5, continuous Chemical Manufacturing Pilot Plant facility for developing the processes necessary to extract natural rubber from Guayule shrub, producing samples for product testing and gathering engineering data for commercial scale-up. The role is not just a management role as this role has both management and technical responsibilities and at a high level the Operations Manager Chemical Manufacturing will:
- Be responsible for safe operations of the plant
- Manage the process team (Sr. process engineer, process supervisors and process technicians) to meet site goals
- Collaborate with and assist other departments (EHSS, maintenance, engineering, lab) and contractors to fulfill the above
- Assist/perform advanced process troubleshooting in the plant, experiment design & execution in the plant, process development & design
Pay Range: $122,200.00 - $195,500.00
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities
EHSS & PSM
- Responsible for EHSS & PSM compliance of the process team
- Provide data to EHSS for reporting and compliance
- Lead, participate in and document risk assessments, PSSR’s, MOC’s, root cause investigations and HazOp’s
- Serve as an emergency contact for the site
Operations
- Responsible for generating production/sample/trial schedules and executing to the schedule
- Schedule raw materials
- Provide supervision and direction to the process team
- Oversee day-to-day activities within the process area
- Lead continuous improvement of production methods/procedures, equipment performance and team efficiency
- Manage process and/or equipment trials
- Provide input on annual operating budgets for the process area and manage to the budget
Collaboration
- Interface with the Maintenance department to coordinate plant maintenance and project work and to plan the annual shutdown
- Interface with Corporate Research & Development teammates to develop new products
- Provide input to scale processes from lab to pilot to commercial
- Provide technical input for capital projects
Leadership Skills
- Lead by example
- Lead via routine genba walks
- Demonstrate honesty and high integrity consistently to build respect and trust
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field is required.
- PSM experience: MOC, PSSR, PHA, MI, SOP’s, root cause investigations, safety programs
- Basic understanding of process control logic – ladder and function block
- Five years operations management experience in a PSM plant
- Ten years overall experience in a PSM plant
- Process scale-up experience
- Must have good engineering technical skills
LI-JB1
At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
What we offer
At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:
- A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
- The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- An effective and inclusive team.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
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Senior Level Chemical Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level chemical operator job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for demonstrated ownership of chemical processes, a history of leading process improvements, and the ability to mentor junior operators. Candidates who can speak to specific outcomes, such as yield gains, safety record improvements, or downtime reductions they personally drove, stand out. Certifications in process safety management or hazardous materials handling also strengthen an application at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level chemical operators?
Companies hiring senior level chemical operators right now include Burns & McDonnell, Weaver, and Immunome, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large industrial manufacturers, specialty chemical producers, and energy companies with complex, continuous-process operations that require experienced oversight.
Are there remote senior level chemical operator jobs?
Yes, though options are limited given the hands-on nature of the role. About 17% of senior level chemical operator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be process engineering, technical consulting, or quality oversight roles rather than direct plant operations positions. Most senior chemical operator jobs require a consistent on-site presence.
What makes a chemical operator role senior level?
Senior level chemical operator roles are defined by process ownership, independent technical judgment, and responsibility for others. Where mid-level operators execute established procedures, senior operators are expected to troubleshoot complex process deviations, lead process improvement initiatives, write or revise operating procedures, and mentor less experienced team members. Accountability extends beyond a single shift to the long-term performance of the unit.
Which industries hire the most senior level chemical operators?
Senior level chemical operator roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their production environments involve continuous or batch chemical processes that require experienced operators who can manage risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and sustain output quality without close supervision.