Process Operator - Rare Earth Facility, Stock Options

Phoenix Tailings, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Learning & development

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings in Rochester, NY is hiring Process Operators to support the Freedom Facility's startup and operation. You will operate an assigned section of the separations circuit, take samples, record data, and adjust flows under direction from control room and process engineers.

This role emphasizes safe startup, shift handoffs, and proactive observation of equipment conditions. A high school diploma and willingness to learn are required; training is provided for the right hands-on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; process-technology coursework, technical training, or experience in a continuous-process operating environment is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of pumps, tanks, valves, piping, and basic process flow gained through chemical manufacturing, water treatment, refining, or related operations.
• Ability to collect samples, interpret instrument readings, maintain accurate logs, and recognize conditions outside approved operating limits.
• Ability to follow operating and safety procedures, make directed process adjustments, and communicate equipment conditions clearly during shift operations.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate an assigned section of the separations circuit using approved procedures and operating direction from the control room and process engineers.
• Walk the circuit to inspect pumps, tanks, piping, and sensors, identifying leaks, equipment problems, and changes in process conditions.
• Take process samples, complete operating logs, and record instrument readings accurately so engineering and operations can assess circuit performance.
• Make approved flow and operating adjustments, verify the field response, and report deviations that require additional technical direction.
• Support safe startup and stable shift operations through equipment checks, clear shift handoffs, and consistent chemical-handling and work-control practices.

Skills

Pump knowledge

Data logging

Instrument readings

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Phoenix Tailings in Rochester, NY is hiring Process Operators to support the Freedom Facility's startup and operation. You will operate an assigned section of the separations circuit, take samples, record data, and adjust flows under direction from control room and process engineers.

This role emphasizes safe startup, shift handoffs, and proactive observation of equipment conditions. A high school diploma and willingness to learn are required; training is provided for the right hands-on