Process Technician

• Operate process equipment and perform all functions in a safe and efficient manner
• Supervise production operations using a variety of computer screens, counters, gauges, recording devices and alarms
• Supervise the process and make the necessary modifications to maintain product quality
• Ensure that plant start-ups, shut-downs and other procedures run smoothly to maximize production volumes and product quality
• Report quality deviations and recommend appropriate improvements, sample and analyze product during processing
• Measure temperature, pressure and other process parameters in a computerized environment
• Keep written or computerized records of data, actions, incidents, directives, etc.
• Clean and disinfect process equipment as required
• Ensure that process areas, laboratories and control rooms are clean and disinfected
• Visually inspect equipment at regular intervals, to detect defects and the need for repair, adjustment or lubrication
• Make necessary adjustments to maintain equipment and operations within established standards
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining the safety of production areas
• Ensure the proper operation and constant monitoring of the following equipment: heat generators (100MM BTU/HRE-Natural gas-120lbs steam, rotary dryers, centrifuges, evaporators, etc.)
• Be responsible for starting up and shutting down this equipment
• Constantly and regularly record variations in temperature, pressure and all other parameters required by operational specifications
• Report regularly and punctually any variations likely to influence the quality of operation and production
• Recommend any need for maintenance and/or minor or major repairs
• Make adjustments to maintain equipment in optimum operating condition
• Inspect, at regular intervals, the equipment under his responsibility in order to detect any unusual element likely to cause a slowdown and/or stoppage of the machine/equipment, and consequently a halt in production

• You place health and safety at the forefront of all your decisions, in both planning and execution
• You adhere to and promote the organization’s values and policies, including those of the ISO 9001, 14 001, 45 001 and 50 001 programs
• You can communicate satisfactorily verbally, in writing or by radio
• You can react effectively to unexpected situations
• You are comfortable working at heights
• You can work both alone and as part of a team
• You have good problem-solving and analytical skills
• You are able to read, interpret and prepare (or contribute to the preparation of) documents such as operating guides, logs, instruction manuals, etc.
• You have a college diploma in chemical processes, industrial chemistry, or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ operating experience in a continuous production plant, or in a related sector
• Class 4 certificate as a stationary engineman

a class 2 certificate would be an asset

• Formal and informal training opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards
• Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
• Meaningful and challenging work
• Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication