Process Operator – Rare Earth Separation Startup (Rochester)

Greentown; 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 opportunities

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings is seeking hands-on Process Operators for our Rochester Freedom Facility. You will operate a section of the separations circuit, walk the circuit to inspect equipment, take samples, log readings, and adjust flows under direction from control room and engineers.

The role involves field observations to understand process performance, with emphasis on safety, shift handoffs, and adherence to procedures. Opportunity to contribute to a growing, mission-driven company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Process-technology coursework, technical training, or experience in a continuous-process operating environment is highly valued.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Process-technology coursework

Tools

Pumps

Tanks

Valves

Piping

Job description

Phoenix Tailings is seeking hands-on Process Operators for our Rochester Freedom Facility. You will operate a section of the separations circuit, walk the circuit to inspect equipment, take samples, log readings, and adjust flows under direction from control room and engineers.

The role involves field observations to understand process performance, with emphasis on safety, shift handoffs, and adherence to procedures. Opportunity to contribute to a growing, mission-driven company.