Plant Operator

• Operate all equipment within the process from the PLC and/or the field. This includes but is not limited to loading equipment with raw materials, operating valves, pumps, compressors and other chemical plant equipment.
• Perform all work safely using sound Operating principles, using SOPs and reporting all HSE incidents in a timely fashion
• Ensure all equipment monitoring requirements are fulfilled including recording equipment and process information (for example monitoring pumps and operating parameters by reading gauges in the field or in the computer system)
• Troubleshoot process and equipment related problems (including but not limited to piping, tanks, pressure vessels, pumps, compressors, HVAC, instrumentation and controls)
• Collaborate with Engineers and R&D team to execute test and production plans
• Work within the Permit to Work process to issue work permits and ensure equipment is prepared for safe maintenance
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment
• Rearrange plant equipment such as piping and pumps to make modifications to the process based on approved design changes
• Collect samples and perform chemical analyses including recording and communicating results
• Participate in plant hazard studies, audits and other initiatives

• Support the implementation of Process Safety and relevant HSE procedures
• Support the development and implementation of Operations and Maintenance procedures
• Support Operational Readiness activities for the Demo plant

• Contribute to technology improvement and optimization studies/projects
• Implement strategies developed by the Process Engineer and R&D teams

• Work is mostly performed in indoor environment with adequate ventilation with occasional outdoor work
• May involve exposure to fumes or airborne particles such as dust
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided, and all personnel are required to wear PPE

• Technology Diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of experience operating industrial equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, tanks, instrumentation and controls
• High School Diploma or GED with at least 3 years of experience operating industrial equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, tanks, instrumentation, and controls
• Mechanically inclined and can troubleshoot and fix equipment
• Basic math skills and able to calculate rates and ratios (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and decimals)
• Ability to interpret technical documentation such as P&IDs
• Comfortable communicating clearly in group settings
• Strong problem-solving skills
• U.S. citizenship required

• Operational experience with unit operations such as adsorption, column separation, chromatography, solid/liquid separation, solids handling, rotary kilns/calciners and other hydrometallurgy-related unit operations would be an asset
• PLC/DCS programming and troubleshooting knowledge would be an asset
• Hands-on experience working on scaling-up technology from pilot to commercial scale

• The opportunity to lead a breakthrough program redefining U.S. supply chain resilience in critical materials.
• A mission-driven, high-trust team operating at the intersection of innovation, national security, and sustainability.
• High Impact & Visibility: direct interaction and reporting to executive leadership.

The starting pay range for this position is $60,000 - $100,000 and is commensurate with educational background and work experience.

include:

• 401(K)
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans (or equivalent)

• Company Holidays

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