Job Summary:
The Plant Operator will report to the Production Manager and is responsible for various operating tasks associated with the operation of Li-Cycle’s lithium battery recycling plant. Applicant should be capable of completing a variety of manual tasks and have experience working within manufacturing or processing environments.
We are seeking a talented, motivated, and top performer to be a part of a smart and energetic team, as Li-Cycle commercializes its technology.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Handling of lithium-ion batteries and associated products
- Perform a variety of manual tasks including, loading batteries into plant
- Minor maintenance activities, as required
- Cleaning of plant, ensuring the plant is kept is clean, safe working order
- Inspect and verify condition and weight of incoming/ outgoing materials
- Adhere to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliance legislation
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 2 years of experience working in similar manufacturing/ processing environment
- Experience with routine maintenance operations
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Able to work well under pressure
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
- Computer literate
- Professional appearance and manners
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Working Conditions:
- 24/7 availability shift rotation may be required
- Wear required PPE for full duration of work-shift: nitrile gloves, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hard hat or bump cap, and coveralls; respirator and face shield as needed
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lb.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
- Overtime as required
- Exposure to shop-floor and loading hazards
- May be exposed to construction site
Core Competencies:
- Health and Safety focus
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Accountability and Dependability
- Operating Equipment
- Ethics and Integrity
Benefits of Working for Li-Cycle:
- High impact work: as a core member of the team, you have the opportunity to take a primary lead role and make a significant impact
- Global environmental impact: we are a clean technology company with a mission to reduce CO2 emissions globally to ensure a sustainable future for the environment
- Passionate team: we are pushing boundaries and are passionate about everything we do
About Li-Cycle:
Li-Cycle is on a mission to leverage its innovative solution to address an emerging and urgent global challenge. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are increasingly powering our world in automotive, industrial/utility/residential energy storage, and consumer electronic applications. The world needs improved technology and supply chain innovations to better recycle these batteries, and to meet the rapidly growing demand for critical and scarce battery-grade materials.
Li-Cycle Technology™ is a low cost, safe, environmentally friendly process that can recycle all types of lithium-ion batteries. It can do so with an unparalleled recovery rate of up to 100% of all materials. Li-Cycle’s industry-leading innovations make it uniquely positioned to support a key element of the growing international movement towards zero carbon technologies as part of the circular economy.
For more information, you can view Li-Cycle's corporate video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-J8aMdxLZNI&feature=youtu.be
Interested candidates should apply to Li-Cycle directly by submitting their resume through the Li-Cycle Career's page. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.