Process Technician - Lithium Startup

Lilac Solutions; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilac Solutions is seeking Process Technicians to work in our manufacturing facility to commission, operate, and maintain chemical process equipment for materials production. Reporting to the Production Manager, this individual will help achieve shift, department and company objectives for safety, environmental stewardship, quality and reliability.

This is a temporary role with the possibility for a permanent placement in the future.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic mechanical and mathematical aptitude is required.
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Must be capable of wearing a respirator during operations.
• Organized with sharp attention to detail.
• Excited to work on a small fast-paced startup team.

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 proactively address emerging risks that may impact safety, environmental compliance, product quality or equipment reliability.
• Initiate the maintenance workflow process by creating work notifications and occasionally perform light maintenance.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities in compliance with the safe work and LOTO permitting processes.
• Occasionally enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions.
• Participate in structured process improvement, risk management and problem-solving processes such as RCAs, MOCs, and PHAs.
• Develop and maintain clear and accurate process and equipment documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures for future training.
• Assist with other production related tasks as directed by production management.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Rotating shifts

Respirator use

Attention to detail

Startup environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Process Technology or similar field

Job description

Lilac Solutions is seeking Process Technicians to work in our manufacturing facility to commission, operate, and maintain chemical process equipment for materials production. Reporting to the Production Manager, this individual will help achieve shift, department and company objectives for safety, environmental stewardship, quality and reliability.

This is a temporary role with the possibility for a permanent placement in the future.