Process Supervisor (Sulfuric Acid)

Lithium Nevada, LLC; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithium Americas seeks a Sulfuric Acid Plant Shift Supervisor at the Thacker Pass site to lead day-to-day operations, drive safety and compliance, and direct commissioning and start-up activities. You will coordinate with maintenance and other teams to meet production goals while upholding corporate safety standards and environmental stewardship.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong technical knowledge of chemical processes, and the ability to work rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mineral processing or chemical manufacturing.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in greenfield or brownfield start-up environments.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Strong understanding of chemical plant principles, processes, and unit operations.
• Proficiency with plant control systems (DCS) and laboratory data interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead operations staff within a multi-discipline framework.
• Strong focus on safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to motivate and influence teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Champion a Safety-First culture by ensuring operations comply with safety policies and regulatory standards.
• Supervise operations crews and contractors; conduct performance evaluations.
• Lead commissioning and start-up to safely achieve design capacity.
• Monitor KPIs for safety, production, and efficiency; report findings.
• Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with departments.
• Coordinate hourly operators to meet daily production targets.
• Assist in emergency planning and incident investigations; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure reporting and record-keeping requirements are met.
• Manage production schedules for the Sulfuric Acid Plant.

Skills

Mineral processing

Chemical manufacturing

Supervisory experience

Start-up experience

Rotating shift work

Safety & compliance

DCS plant control systems

Laboratory data interpretation

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company’s flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world’s largest known measured lithium source and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs, and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders.Sulfuric Acid Plant SupervisorCompany OverviewLithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company’s flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world’s largest known measured lithium resource and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders.Lithium Americas is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia and operates in the U.S., with offices in Reno, NV and Winnemucca, NV. The Company’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol LAC.Our Purpose, Vision and ValuesOur purpose, vision and values are the guiding principles that will serve as the cornerstone of our company’s future direction and operations, aligning our team and organization towards our common goals.Our Purpose is to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass to enable North America to reduce dependence on foreign critical minerals and drive value for our stakeholders.Our Vision is to be North America’s leading lithium producer to enable cleaner energy sources.Our Values include Act with Integrity, Be Responsible and Act with Care, Commit to Excellence and Drive Innovation, and Be a Collaborative Partner.RoleWe are seeking a Sulfuric Acid Plant Shift Supervisor to join our Sulfuric Acid Department. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and effective participation in the commissioning, start-up, and steady state operation of the processing facility. You will lead the day-to-day operation of the Sulfuric Acid plant, ensure adherence to safety and quality standards and drive performance through continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the clean energy sector.The role is based at our Thacker Pass Project Site during commissioning and startup and reports to the Sulfuric Acid Superintendent. Occasional travel to other LAC offices, project sites, vendor, or other locations may be required.Key ResponsibilitiesChampion a Safety-First culture by ensuring all operations are conducted in compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and process safety management (PSM) standards, while empowering employees to identify hazards, stop unsafe work, and continuously improve safety performance.Supervise and motivate Sulfuric Acid operations crews, and relevant contractors; conduct performance evaluations and address personnel matters.Lead commissioning and start-up of the Sulfuric Acid Plant to safely achieve design capacity.Monitor and report operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including EHS compliance, production, and efficiency metrics.Troubleshoot issues that arise in the production process and inform appropriate departments.Supervise and coordinate all process operation activities of hourly production operators to meet daily production targets (Quantity, Quality, On-Time Delivery).Assist in developing plans for emergency situations.Ensure completion of reporting and record-keeping requirements.Continually manage production schedules for Sulfuric Acid Plant.Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.Coordinate activities with other departments, including maintenance, electrical, mobile equipment, and processing, to ensure alignment of plant performance.Ensure compliance with OSHA, NDEP, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.Provide guidance to operations team members, contractors, and consultants to ensure corporate standards are applied and maintained.Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications5+ years experience in mineral processing or chemical manufacturing.2+ year experience in a supervisory role.Experience in greenfield or brownfield start-up environments, including staffing, training, and commissioning.Ability to work a rotating shift schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays).Strong understanding of chemical plant principles, processes, and unit operations.Proficiency with plant control systems (DCS) and laboratory data interpretation.Demonstrated ability to lead operations staff within a multi-discipline framework.Strong focus on safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to motivate and influence teams.Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, Teams, etc.).Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and ValuesWorking at Lithium AmericasAt Lithium Americas, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development..We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.Equal Opportunity StatementLithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.