Job Title: Pilot Plant Operator, 3rd Shift and 1st shift availability Must have experience with: * Caustic and hot environment (acids) * Experience/comfort level working with high heat and high pressure equipment. * Experience operating process equipment (pumps, mixers, heaters, filters)? Job Description Support team's units by operating pilot plant scale equipment. Assemble and modify equipment according to plans and direction from team. Maintain working areas of the pilot plant. Process raw rock materials for experiments. Handle strong acids and bases according to the needs of the test plan. Validate and troubleshoot operational parameters from test plans. Assist with preventative maintenance tasks. Record and manage measurements during experiments in premade Excel templates. Collaborate and work with teammates synergistically. Responsibilities * Operate pilot plant scale equipment. * Assemble and modify equipment as per plans and team direction. * Maintain the pilot plant working areas. * Process raw rock materials for experiments. * Handle strong acids and bases as per test plan requirements. * Validate and troubleshoot operational parameters from test plans. * Assist with preventative maintenance tasks. * Record and manage measurements during experiments using premade Excel templates. * Collaborate and work synergistically with teammates. Essential Skills * Chemical knowledge * Troubleshooting skills * Bachelor's degree in a sciences field, preferably Chemistry * 2+ years of experience in a plant or startup operating environment * Ability to operate process equipment (e.g., pumps, mixers, heaters, and filters) after training * Ability to operate mechanical equipment (e.g., crushing, pressing) after training * Basic mathematical calculation skills * Comfortable lifting and moving up to 40 pounds of materials without assistance * Strong commitment to work safety * Experience in a machine shop or laboratory environment * Attention to detail and safety awareness * Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Suite, Slack, and Google products Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience in Chemistry preferred * Experience working with process and mechanical equipment Work Environment Onsite in West Oakland. 3rd shift hours are from 8pm to 8am, Monday to Thursday. The position is located in the pilot plant. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: � Medical, dental & vision � Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital � 401(k) Retirement Plan � Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available � Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) � Short and long-term disability � Health Spending Account (HSA) � Transportation benefits � Employee Assistance Program � Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Oakland,CA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 28, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: * Hiring diverse talent * Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection * Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes * Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.