Job description
About Lilac Solutions, Inc.
Lilac Solutions is a lithium extraction technology company focused on scaling lithium production for the electric vehicle era. Lilac solves the critical technology problems which today prevent development of the world's largest lithium resources: low yields, high costs, slow start-up, poor reliability, and massive environmental impacts. Lilac's technology represents such a step-change in performance and cost that it also unlocks the development of new unconventional lithium deposits with low lithium grades and high impurities, which have historically been impossible to produce. In 2021, Lilac raised $150M in Series B financing from investors including T. Rowe Price, Lowercarbon Capital, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Sumitomo, BMW and SK Materials. Lilac is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Job Description
Lilac is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a team of technicians to commission and operate chemical process equipment for production of ceramic ion exchange beads.
This is a full-time position based in Fernley, NV. Lilac's Fernley operation is a new and growing facility, and this role includes an opportunity for career growth and advancement. This role works full-time in a manufacturing environment. Individuals must be able to frequently move up to 20 pounds for up to 50 feet, work at heights on occasion, and detect physical hazards and the presence of gas leaks and similar safety risks.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on, tactical leadership to a team of Process Technicians in the commissioning, initial startup, and transition to full operation of a new ion exchange bead manufacturing unit.
- Continuously provide technicians with high quality coaching, feedback, and recognition
- Deliver continuous improvement by monitoring team capabilities, work processes, and equipment performance to identify opportunities and anticipate emerging issues.
- Coordinate with planners to develop and execute the daily production plan, determine and communicate shift priorities, and perform short-term resource planning.
- Oversee the Safe Work Permitting process.
- Develop standard operating procedures and workflows.
- Train technicians on process and equipment operation; safe work practices and behaviors; emerging issue recognition and troubleshooting; and policies and procedures.
- Participate in structured process improvement, risk management and problem-solving processes such as RCAs, MOCs, and PHAs.
Candidate Requirements
- A.A.S. in Process Technology or similar technical field or significant equivalent industry experience
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing in chemical, petroleum, materials, or similar industry
- Engaging leadership skills and a drive to build an outstanding team and to treat others with integrity, respect, and fairness
- Leadership experience in a manufacturing or technical environment and a strong desire to learn, grow, and improve
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Willing and able to lead a team on rotating shifts in a manufacturing environment
- Excited to work on a small, fast-paced startup team
Compensation
- Stock options
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k program
- Flexible time off policy
- Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Daily catered lunch and On-site gym for Oakland Employees
- Monthly Phone Stipend
EEO Statement
Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity. Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
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