Lead Thermal Operator
Core
Lead shift activities for the safe and compliant operation of a thermal desorption unit, optimizing throughput and product quality while ensuring environmental and safety compliance.
Role type
Senior IC thermal process operator (shift lead)
Builds
Thermal desorption unit operations for hazardous waste treatment and remediation
Domain
Environmental services / Industrial waste processing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Thermal desorption unit operation, process parameter monitoring (temperature, pressure, flow), troubleshooting mechanical systems, safety compliance enforcement, shift leadership, P&ID reading, hazardous waste handling
Preferred skills
Lead operator experience, forklift/loader operation, continuous process operations background
Technologies
Control systems, handheld devices, P&IDs
Responsibilities
Lead daily operation of thermal desorption unit and associated material handling systems, monitor and adjust key process parameters to optimize performance, direct and support shift operators during startup, shutdown, and emergency conditions, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, train and mentor operators on SOPs and emergency response, coordinate with maintenance teams on equipment readiness, respond to plant emergencies such as spills or fires
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with shift leadership
