Lead Hand Process Operator

• Position: Lead Hand Process Operator
• Reports to: Shift Supervisor
• Position Summary: The Lead Hand Process Operator ensures assigned circuits are operated according to specified Key Input Variables while maintaining a safe work environment. This role operates a variety of metallurgical unit operations and ancillary equipment, performs sampling and analysis, and may require housekeeping in awkward or difficult-to-reach areas. Physical requirements include using physical and chemical testing equipment, operating mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts and scissor lifts), and climbing stairs multiple times per shift. The position requires working various shift schedules, including nights. When a Shift Supervisor is not on site the Lead Hand assumes supervisory duties and leads plant operations; First-Aid training will be provided and the Lead Hand must be comfortable taking on these additional responsibilities.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Be a safety leader; adhere to and promote safety and environmental rules and procedures.
• Observe all applicable safety, quality, environmental, and hygiene regulations.
• Identify potential safety hazards, take immediate corrective action when safe to do so, and report issues to supervisory personnel.
• Operate assigned circuit: calculate and measure flow rates, start up and shut down circuit equipment, handle and mix reagents as required.
• Monitor process parameters and respond to alarms.
• Review and analyze process data to optimize circuit performance through adjustments.
• Maintain accurate sample and testing documentation (e.g., Chain of Custody, Certificate of Analysis).
• Perform general housekeeping and minor maintenance duties.
• Communicate end-of-shift information about process changes and issues to Shift Supervisors and senior management.
• Manage and supervise Process Operators on shift when the Shift Supervisor is absent; lead plant operations in the Supervisor’s absence.
• Qualifications:
• Minimum High School Diploma with operational experience, technical school diploma in a relevant field, or enrollment in a co-op engineering program.
• Previous plant operations or testing experience is an asset.
• Ability to multi-task, strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure to achieve results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to maintain neat and accurate records and logs of plant operation.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional processes.
• Flexible to work various shifts, including nights.
• Prior supervisory experience is an asset.
• Additional Information:
• First-Aid training provided.
• Must be physically able to perform duties described, including operating mobile equipment and climbing stairs multiple times per shift.
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Employment type
Full-time

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