Production Specialist, Operations

Total Number of Openings 1 The Production Specialist – Operations plays a critical role in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient field operations through workforce development, operational excellence, process safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position serves as a technical and operational resource for field personnel by coordinating training, mentoring employees, supporting digital tool adoption, and driving standardization across operational processes. The role partners closely with Operations, HSE, Learning & Development, and field teams to enhance workforce capability, ensure compliance, and promote Chevron’s Operational Excellence culture. The position requires a strong field presence, spending approximately 75% of time in the field and 25% in the office, supporting frontline operations and business priorities. The Production Specialist - Operations will need to operate with a One Team mindset and serves as a key liaison between field operations, integrated operations center (IOC) and learning & development (L&D) department. Chevron is accepting online applications for the   position   Production Specialist, Operations located in Carlsbad, New Mexico through  August 19th, 2026, at   11:59 p.m.   ( Central Time ) Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:   Coach, mentor, and develop Field Specialists, trainees, contractors, and new hires. Coordinate onboarding programs and field integration for new personnel. Conduct learning assessments, facilitate demonstrations, and support competency gap closure activities. Partner with Learning & Development (L&D) to ensure workforce compliance with required training programs, including CMS and LMS requirements. Coordinate and support vendor-led training opportunities. Provide operational support and backfill coverage during staffing constraints and critical business needs. Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) for new equipment installations and facility upgrades and ensure personnel receive appropriate training. Participate in impact shutdown planning and execution activities. Conduct a minimum of three-monthly ride-alongs with Field Specialists to observe work practices, identify improvement opportunities, and reinforce operational standards. Train and mentor personnel on Chevron operational systems and digital tools, including Prometheus Mobile, SAP, Exception Capture (EC), Petrasoft, Mobile Operator, Procedure Hub, and EIP. Conduct field safety engagements and observations to reinforce safe work practices and operational discipline. Support and assist with demonstration approvals and workforce competency validations. Partner with HSE personnel to support emergency response drills, Control of Work (COW) exercises, and Operational Excellence presentations. Support development, maintenance, redlining, and continuous improvement of EIPs and the EIP digital platform. Participate in and support Root Cause Analyses (RCA) when required. Support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), permit reviews, and hazard assessments associated with high-risk work activities. Develop and deliver training materials, job aids, and field resources supporting Operational Front Line Maintenance (OFLM) expectations and process safety initiatives. Support continuous improvement of HSE-related digital tools and operational workflows. Train personnel on spill reporting processes and validate reporting accuracy and compliance. Partner with HSE and field teams to promote site cleanliness, environmental stewardship, and proper waste disposal practices. Support Operational Excellence initiatives and improvement projects as assigned. Monitor equipment rental utilization and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and cost management. Identify and support opportunities for operational optimization and process improvement. Serve as the single point of contact for Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Critical Operating Procedure (COP) review,