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They are used in high-performance permanent magnets found in electric vehicles, wind turbines, robotics, advanced electronics, aerospace systems, and defense applications.\nToday, much of the world's rare earth processing and separation capacity is concentrated overseas. Building more of this capability in the United States is important for strengthening domestic supply chains, reducing reliance on foreign processing, and supporting the advanced manufacturing, energy, technology, and national-security industries that depend on these materials.\nThe Freedom Facility will be designed to produce thousands of tons of separated rare earth oxides annually, making Rochester an important part of Phoenix Tailings' expansion of domestic rare earth processing capacity.\nWhy Phoenix Tailings\nAt Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.\nOur Values\nYou are only crazy if you are wrong, it's ok to be wrong - Say what you think even when it’s uncomfortable\nLead with Compassion - Show up for your teammates, make the people around you better.\nBe Resourceful - Find a way with what you have, don't wait for more.\nListen - Understand before you act, ask good questions before deciding.\n Hustle - Put your heart into every interaction, no matter how small.\nWho We Are Looking For\nAs we build toward operations in 2027 and 2028, we are beginning to meet with individuals who may be interested in joining Phoenix Tailings. We encourage interested candidates to apply, learn more about what we are building, and stay connected as we develop our facility.\nPhoenix Tailings is looking for hands-on individuals interested in future Process Operator opportunities at our Rochester Freedom Facility.\nProcess Operators will operate an assigned section of the separations circuit and translate process direction into field action. The work includes walking the circuit, taking samples, recording data, adjusting flows, and checking sensors and abnormal conditions.\nThis is an opportunity to help operate a new facility, putting technical direction into practice and providing the field observations needed to understand how the process is running\nKey Responsibilities:\nOperate an assigned section of the separations circuit using approved procedures and operating direction from the control room and process engineers\nWalk the circuit to inspect pumps, tanks, piping, and sensors, identifying leaks, equipment problems, and changes in process conditions\nTake process samples, complete operating logs, and record instrument readings accurately so engineering and operations can assess circuit performance\nMake approved flow and operating adjustments, verify the field response, and report deviations that require additional technical direction\nSupport safe startup and stable shift operations through equipment checks, clear shift handoffs, and consistent chemical-handling and work-control practices\nQualifications:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent; process-technology coursework, technical training, or experience in a continuous-process operating environment is highly valued\nWorking knowledge of pumps, tanks, valves, piping, and basic process flow gained through chemical manufacturing, water treatment, refining, or related operations\nAbility to collect samples, interpret instrument readings, maintain accurate logs, and recognize conditions outside approved operating limits\nAbility to follow operating and safety procedures, make directed process adjustments, and communicate equipment conditions clearly during shift operations\nAble to life up to 50 lbs\nWhat We Offer:\nThis pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary +\ndiscretionary bonus for this role. 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