950080 Control or operate an entire chemical process or system of machines, such as reduction pots and heated air towers, through the use of panelboards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment. Most employees in this occupations work a 40 hour work week and are employed on a regular, full time basis. Almost all employers offer medical and dental insurance in addition to vacation, sick leave, life insurance, and retirement plans.
Most employers also offer vision insurance.
However, many employers also indicate that they expect employment in this occupation to either remain stable or grow. Advancement When opportunities exist, Chemical and Plant Operators can be promoted to Plant Manager, Shift Supervisor, Senior Operator, Manufacturing Foreperson, or Head Operator. For current job listings, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank . Click Right facing arrow to replay the Video, Speaker Icon to control Sound. All employers indicate that recent new hires have high school or the equivalent education.