Chemical Operator

Actalent
📍 Alameda, CA, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Pilot Plant OperatorJob Description
We are seeking an experienced Plant Operator to manage and maintain our production facility. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of our pilot-scale production lines, which include high-temperature reactors, vacuum systems, and induction furnaces. Your primary focus will be to drive throughput and uptime while adhering to the highest safety and quality standards. You will also play a vital role as we transition from pilot to commercial production.
Responsibilities

+ Operate and monitor pilot-scale production equipment, including vacuum induction furnaces, tube furnaces up to 1700°C, high-vacuum pump systems, and inert-atmosphere gloveboxes.

+ Manage production runs from start to finish, including feedstock preparation, reactor charging, process execution, product recovery, and packaging under inert conditions.

+ Track and log process parameters such as temperature profiles, vacuum levels, gas...

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Job Details

  • Location Alameda, CA
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline June 13, 2026