Process Operator

A-Gas Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Incentive Program

11 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Company events

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

RRSP match

Vision care

Comprehensive training program

Certification support

Professional development opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

A-Gas Americas Canada in Dartmouth, NS is hiring a full-time Process Operator to join our operations team. You will support distillation tower operations, chemical transfers, and safe handling of gases and liquids.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with possible overtime and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have basic math, mechanical aptitude, and manufacturing or chemicals experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with pumps, hoses, compressors, PPE, and lockout/tagout is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or chemicals industry is desired.
• Basic mathematical skills and mechanical aptitude are required.
• MS Office experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation tower and manage production of blends and transfers.
• Monitor daily operation of separation towers for smooth site operations.
• Report faults and maintenance issues to ensure safety and product quality.
• Monitor inventory levels of material entering column and finished goods.
• Handle gas (high/low pressure) and collect samples.
• Foster a strong safety culture and zero incidents.
• Operate a manual power jack safely.
• Read safety data sheets and cylinder labels to understand hazards.
• Ensure product meets regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.
• Follow quality documentation and manage non-conformities.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety programs per RSI and OHSA.

Skills

Pumps & hoses

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Gas chromatography

Safety leadership

Inventory monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Yard truck driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Process Operator

Looking for a role where you can grow professionally, work with your hands, and see the results of your efforts come together firsthand? You've just found it! We're A-Gas in Canada, and we're hiring a full-time Process Operator to join our Dartmouth NS, operations team. If you're results-driven and ready to reach the next level in your career, keep reading!

What You Bring to the Table:

• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift, plus possible overtime.
• Physical ability to independently move/lift 50 lbs., work in environments with Must have excellent math skills
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Previous experience with pumps, hoses, compressors, and preventative maintenance checks and lock out tag out
• Microsoft Office experience required
• Experience in manufacturing, or in the chemicals industry
• Experience driving ISO/Tanker containers using a yard truck desired
• Gas chromatography
• Chemical blending and transferring
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Day-To-Day:

Our Process Operator works under the direction of our Plant Manager to perform timely, high-quality work. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation tower by managing the production of blends, chemical transfers, and bulk cylinders movement.
• Assist with the daily monitoring of the separation towers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of site operations
• Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to Maintenance to ensure site safety and product quality
• Accurately monitors inventory levels of material into the column for separation and finished goods product
• Handles high and low-pressure gas and takes and monitors samples
• Demonstrate the ability to be a safety leader by fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring a safe work environment with a commitment to zero injuries, emissions, and leaks
• Must safely operate a manual power jack.
• Understands hazards of various gases, sizes, and contents of cylinders by reading safety data sheets and cylinder labels
• Ensures that processed product meets established regulatory, customer, and A-Gas internal requirements and specifications
• Follows quality protocol concerning required documentation of verifications and the documentation, notification, and handling of non-conformities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
• Maintain RSI safety programs and adhere to Nova Scotia OHSA regulations.
• Any other tasks, as required

OUR MISSION:

We are proud to be a global leader in specialty gas and chemical management, but what truly sets us apart is our people and our workplace culture. When our people thrive, our company thrives! We empower one another to grow, foster open communication, and genuinely value every person's contribution. We're committed to creating a space where we can laugh, enjoy our work, and inspire one another in positive, meaningful ways. We care about our employees and their families, and we work diligently to ensure they feel happy, healthy, and respected.

A-Gas is a global leader in the responsible lifecycle management of specialty chemicals and gases. As the world's largest halocarbon reclamation company, we constantly strive to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue providing our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at www.agas.com/ca.

Process Operator PAY & PERKS:

When you join us, you'll earn $23.00/hour and up and receive excellent benefits including:

• Employee Incentive Program (potential bonus for personal and team performance)
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Comprehensive training program
• Certification support
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-provided PPE - gloves and glasses
• Annual boot allowance