Lithium Carbonate Process Operator

Lithium Americas

23d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. We are seeking a Lithium Carbonate Process Operator to join our Lithium Carbonate Process team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the control room operator to achieve target production while progressively developing competency in the upstream and downstream circuit responsibilities and functions. 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 mine site and reports to the Lithium Carbonate Process Shift Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous mining or chemical manufacturing experience
Understanding of pumps, valves, conveyors, and other process plant equipment.
Familiarity with process control systems (DCS)
Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
Capable of lifting to 50lbs, standing for extended periods of time, and traversing up and down stairs frequently
Able to work scheduled shift work and overtime as needed
Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values

Responsibilities

Build and maintain trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values
Monitor and adjust equipment in the assigned circuits including beneficiation, classification, leaching, neutralization, filtration, crystallization and packaging circuits
Understand Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to track process conditions and respond to alarms
Adjust process parameters (flow, pressure, temperature, pH, reagent dosing) under guidance from the process control room operator and/or process shift supervisor to maintain optimal conditions
Conduct regular field inspections to check equipment performance, leaks, blockages, and general plant condition
Collect, label, and deliver samples for laboratory testing (slurry, brine, filtrate, product)
Record production data, log sheets, and shift reports accurately and on time
Follow instructions from supervisors and control room operators to maintain product quality within specifications
Assist in troubleshooting process upsets and implementing corrective actions
Adhere to all safety protocols while performing assigned job tasks
Participate in routine safety meetings, hazard identification, and incident reporting
Follow procedures for waste management, labeling, and environmental protection
Operate in accordance with lockout/tagout requirements as needed
Support routine maintenance activities, including equipment isolation and preparation for repairs
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in all operational areas
Work closely with control room operators, supervisors, and laboratory staff to ensure smooth production flow
Communicate effectively during shift handovers, reporting plant conditions, deviations, and pending issues
Perform other duties as assigned