Process Technician

Lilac•Fernley, NV

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Lilac's Process Technicians work full-time in a manufacturing environment including both indoor and outdoor (tank farm operations) activities during all seasons. Individuals must be capable of occasionally lifting 50 pounds, working in tight spaces and at heights, climbing stairs and ladders, and frequent walking and standing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent 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

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Process Technology or similar field
Prior leadership responsibilities of people, processes, data or technology
Ability to read and apply P&IDs
Solid understanding of process flow and operations, and experience w/ hands on problem solving
Previous manufacturing or process plant operations experience, especially in chemicals, petroleum, or water treatment

Responsibilities

Operate chemical process equipment including but not limited to 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