Plant Operator

Westwin Elements Inc; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwin Elements Inc in Lawton, Oklahoma, invites a Plant Operator to join our pioneering team building the first domestic Nickel Refinery in the United States. You will operate the nickel carbonyl process in a Demonstration plant setting, monitor performance, ensure safety, and contribute to future scale-up facilities.

You will work with experienced carbonyl experts, learn fundamentals of refining operations, maintain precise records, and collaborate with colleagues to optimize process

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in a plant setting.
• Basic understanding of industrial equipment and control fundamentals.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and protocols diligently.
• Strong teamwork and documentation skills.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the nickel carbonyl process to produce high-purity nickel.
• Adhere to safety protocols for a secure working environment.
• Inspect equipment, troubleshoot, and coordinate repairs.
• Monitor process parameters and adjust for efficiency and quality.
• Conduct quality checks on the nickel carbonyl product.
• Ensure environmental compliance.
• Respond to emergencies per procedures.
• Maintain records of process data, production, maintenance, and safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimize performance.

Skills

Industrial equipment basics

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Process monitoring

Tools

Industrial control systems

Job description

Plant Operator

Westwin Elements Inc Lawton, Oklahoma, United States

About Westwin Elements Inc

Westwin Elements is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. Our mission is to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance national security by developing essential refining and processing infrastructure.

About the role

• Join our pioneering team at Westwin Elements Inc. and be part of an exciting journey towards establishing the first domestic Nickel Refinery in the United States. Utilizing Ni Carbonyl technology with a century-long legacy in Canada and the U.K., you'll work alongside our experienced carbonyl experts. Learn and apply the fundamentals of Nickel Carbonyl refining operations in a Demonstration plant setting and contribute to future commercial scale-up facilities.

What you'll do

• Safely operate and monitor the nickel carbonyl process, ensuring high-purity nickel product production.
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for a secure working environment.
• Perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate repairs.
• Monitor process parameters and adjust as necessary for efficiency and quality.
• Conduct quality checks on the nickel carbonyl product.
• Ensure environmental compliance regarding emissions, waste, and pollution control.
• Respond to emergency situations following established procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of process data, production, maintenance, and safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimize process performance.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in an plant setting.
• Basic understanding of industrial equipment and control fundamentals (e.g., compressors, blowers, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, etc.).
• Ability to follow safety procedures and protocols diligently.
• Capacity to collaborate with diverse teams effectively.
• Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting and problem-solving within established guidelines.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Candidate must pass a background check.