MP Materials · 6 hours ago
Process Development Technician
Mountain Pass, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$29/hr - $38/hr
2+ years expMP Materials is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. The Process Development Technician will support various process development and research projects aimed at improving the company’s rare earth processing capabilities by collaborating with different departments and maintaining laboratory operations.
IndustrialMiningSustainability
Responsibilities
Assist in conducting laboratory experiments and operate pilot plants as required
Make-up of standard, titration solutions and deliver to various areas as needed; maintain inventory so that no areas run out
Assist in ordering supplies and equipment
Coordinate with operations personnel on implementation of new processes
Maintain inventory and requisitions chemicals, equipment, supplies, consumables, and PPE needed for the Process Technology & Engineering Lab in addition to all other areas that process development activities are underway
Interface with the Purchasing group to ensure that orders/Pos have gone out as planned and keep everyone informed of any delays or issues
Process incoming invoices for goods and services for the Process Technology & Engineering department by checking the validity of the invoice for payment with the project owner, then entering SESs into SAP as needed
Submits samples to Analytical lab & facilitates the recycle of samples back to the plant that have been analyzed
Enters work orders and coordinates execution of them with maintenance personnel; serves as the intermediate between maintenance and the Process Development Group
Collects process samples and arranges shipment to 3 rd party labs & vendors as needed to support ‘Stage 2’ engineering design efforts
Keep accurate records of experimental testing data
Assists with setup, operation, and maintenance of laboratory experiments
Reports activities both written and orally
Gathers, organizes and presents data independently
Sets up, operates, and breaks down pilots independently
Maintain safe work practices
Complete any other task as needed or directed by management
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of experience in a Lab setting
Experience utilizing measuring equipment
Minimum High School Diploma/GED
Valid Driver's License and good driving record are required to drive company vehicles on and off property
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to handle multiple tasks, and ability to pivot tasks when required
Ability to complete a task with minimal supervision
Attention to detail and ability to learn new duties
Ability to work in teams with strong collaboration skills
Ability to work with people at all levels within the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must thrive in a high-pressure start-up environment
Must be able to meet critical deadlines
Preferred
Minimum 2 years of work experience in a Chemical, Mining, Petroleum, or heavy industrial setting preferred
Experience with calibration, SPC and quality systems preferred
Experience making observations and recording results in an industrial environment preferred
Company
MP Materials
MP Materials provides a sustainable, low-cost supply chain of coveted materials that help power the modern economy.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.38BKey Investors
JP Morgan ChaseU.S. Department of DefenseDepartment of Defense’s Office of Strategic Capital (OSC)
2025-08-25Post Ipo Debt· $275M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-07-10Post Ipo Equity· $400M
Leadership Team
Alan Lund
Executive Vice President, Magnetics
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