Process Technician: Lithium Extraction Operations

Lilac Solutions, Inc; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilac Solutions is seeking a Process Technician to join our manufacturing facility. In this role you will commission, operate, and maintain chemical process equipment for materials production, reporting to the Production Manager.

The position is full-time and involves safety and environmental stewardship responsibilities. Responsibilities include operating pumps and heat exchangers, collecting data, performing quality analyses, and helping with maintenance and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic mechanical and mathematical aptitude required.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Must be able to wear a respirator during operations.
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to thrive in a small, fast-paced startup.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical process equipment including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, material handling equipment, mixers, filters, and reaction vessels.
• Perform process rounds and collect operating parameter data.
• Conduct lab sampling and quality analysis to ensure quality and process optimization.
• Troubleshoot and address risks impacting safety, environment, product quality or equipment reliability.
• Initiate maintenance workflow and assist with light maintenance as needed.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance per safe work and LOTO processes.
• Occasionally enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions.
• Participate in process improvement, risk management, and problem solving processes.
• Develop and maintain clear process and equipment documentation for training.
• Assist with other production-related tasks as directed by management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Attention to detail

Shift work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

P&ID reading

Job description

Lilac Solutions is seeking a Process Technician to join our manufacturing facility. In this role you will commission, operate, and maintain chemical process equipment for materials production, reporting to the Production Manager.

The position is full-time and involves safety and environmental stewardship responsibilities. Responsibilities include operating pumps and heat exchangers, collecting data, performing quality analyses, and helping with maintenance and documentation.