Backed by an over 130-year history, Ecovyst has evolved into a platform of leading sulfur solutions united by a shared commitment to reliability, innovation, and performance. We have carefully cultivated our reputation as a premier provider of virgin sulfuric acid, sulfuric acid regeneration services, and sulfuric acid derivatives. We provide specialty grade high-purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. Among them are mining, particularly copper for electronics applications, production of electric vehicles and the ongoing expansion of data centers across the globe, and industrial applications including our customers’ production of nylon precursors, production of lead acid batteries for all types of vehicles, industrial and municipal water treatment, and refining and petrochemical processes.
- Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid regeneration, produces virgin sulfuric acid, and offers chemical waste handling and treatment services
- Calabrian produces high-value sulfur dioxide and derivative solutions, enabling us to serve a broader set of essential industries
- Chem32 sulfides and activates catalysts for refining and renewable fuel processes
Position Overview:
The Process Operator for Calabrian in Timmins, Ontario, Canada is responsible to meet the company’s production goals and participate in the day-to-day operation of the plant. The Process Operator reports directly to the Shift Engineer and the Operations supervisor and is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the plant. This position requires the incumbent to work on a fixed rotation but relieve on 2 shifts within said rotation as needed. This position is subject to shift change with notice for any notice greater than 24 hours outside of their rotational coverage. to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.
What you will be doing:
- Operate and monitor process equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations Monitor, record, and analyze process data including pressure, temperature, flow rates, and product quality metrics
- Operate process control systems, including manual, pneumatic, PLC, and DCS controls
- Troubleshoot process, equipment, and control system issues and escalate concerns as needed
- Perform routine inspections of pumps, tanks, piping, gauges, meters, and other process equipment
- Conduct basic mechanical maintenance activities, including work on pumps, valves, and related equipment
- Collect and analyze process samples to verify product quality and support process control activities
- Load, unload, and transfer raw materials and finished products via railcars and tank trucks
- Perform railcar receiving, switching, loading, and unloading activities
- Operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, in support of plant operations
- Complete required operational records, logs, inspections, and documentation accurately and timely
- Participate in continuous improvement, reliability initiatives, root cause investigations, and Management of Change (MOC) activities
- Assist with the development, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Train and mentor new operators on operational procedures, safety practices, and plant processes
Required Qualifications:
- 3rd Class Stationary Engineer Certificate required (4th Class Stationary Engineer may be considered)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial plant or manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with process equipment, troubleshooting, and reliability improvement activities
- Experience operating and monitoring industrial utility or process systems
- Knowledge of chemical process safety, industrial equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ability to participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Fixed rotation, relief, and 24-hour on-call rotation
