**Plant Operator, Clean Energy Manufacturing** **Boulder → Broomfield, Colorado | Start-Up in a Built‑From‑Scratch Facility** **Help Scale a Breakthrough in Low‑Carbon Manufacturing** We are seeking an experienced **Plant Operator** to play a foundational role in commercializing a first‑of‑its‑kind electrochemical manufacturing process that significantly reduces carbon emissions in a major global industry. This is a hands‑on, plant‑floor role for someone who enjoys owning real equipment, solving real operational challenges, and building something new-not maintaining legacy systems. You'll start with immersive training at our Boulder site and then transition to a newly constructed manufacturing facility in Broomfield, where you'll help commission, operate, and continuously improve a pioneering processing system. **Why This Opportunity Stands Out** + Work on a novel electrochemical process-not traditional, decades‑old technology + Be part of the launch team for a brand‑new manufacturing facility + Join a well‑funded clean technology startup with strong growth momentum + See the direct impact of your work every day in a small, highly collaborative team + Build long‑term career growth as operations scale from pilot to full commercial production **What You'll Do** + Operate, monitor, and optimize a chemical fluid processing system to safely produce materials + Control process parameters across industrial equipment including pumps, compressors, meters, motors, piping, valves, and conveyors + Perform routine inspections and identify emerging issues before they affect production + Troubleshoot live production equipment handling chemicals, fluids, and metals + Safely manage chemical handling in compliance with environmental and process safety standards + Record production data, process readings, deviations, and corrective actions with accuracy and discipline + Partner closely with maintenance to support preventive and corrective maintenance activities + Collaborate with safety and quality teams to uphold strong operational standards + Contribute to the development and refinement of standard operating procedures in a fast‑evolving environment + Support equipment installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement efforts at the new facility + Bring a proactive, hands‑on mindset to a growing manufacturing operation **What We're Looking For** **Required Experience** + 3-5 years of experience operating chemical or fluid processing systems + Experience working with a SCADA system/interface + Hands‑on familiarity with industrial process equipment in a production setting + Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills under live operating conditions + Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around chemicals + Experience supporting quality control or production documentation **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience helping develop SOPs or operational best practices in a new or expanding facility + Background with systems involving chemicals, fluids, and metals + Clear communicator and collaborative team contributor + Genuine interest in clean technology, sustainability, or climate‑focused innovation **Work Environment & Schedule** + **Initial Training:** Boulder, CO (approximately 2-3 months) + **Permanent Location:** Broomfield / Westminster area (West 112th Avenue) + **Schedule:** Day shift, typically 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. + Will likely rotate between days and night shifts every 4 weeks + Overtime may be available as needed (not guaranteed) + Climate‑controlled manufacturing environment + PPE required: lab coat, hard hat, safety glasses, and steel‑toe footwear **Compensation & Benefits** + Competitive compensation + Paid time off and paid holidays + Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage + 401(k) and disability benefits + Long‑term growth opportunities as the company scales **Make a Real Impact** If you're an experienced Plant Operator looking for more than just another shift-and you want to help bring a meaningful clean manufacturing technology to market-we'd love to talk. **Apply today and help build the future of low‑carbon manufacturing.** **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Westminster, CO. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Westminster,CO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.