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    Westwin Elements

    Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

    DOW SkillBridge Plant Operator Internship

    Lawton, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1w ago
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    Job description

    About Westwin Elements Inc
    Westwin Elements is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. Our mission is to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance national security by developing essential refining and processing infrastructure.

    About the role

    • Westwin Elements participates in the Department of Defense SkillBridge program, which enables transitioning service members to gain civilian work experience during their final months of service. SkillBridge interns at Westwin apply military skills to real industrial operations, receive mentorship from technical and operations leaders, and gain exposure to the national security and critical minerals ecosystem. Applicants must meet federal eligibility requirements for SkillBridge participation.

    What you'll do

    • Safely operate and monitor the nickel carbonyl process, ensuring high-purity nickel product production.
    • Strictly adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for a secure working environment.
    • Perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate repairs.
    • Monitor process parameters and adjust as necessary for efficiency and quality.
    • Conduct quality checks on the nickel carbonyl product.
    • Ensure environmental compliance regarding emissions, waste, and pollution control.
    • Respond to emergency situations following established procedures.
    • Maintain accurate records of process data, production, maintenance, and safety.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to optimize process performance.

    Qualifications

    • Must meet federal eligibility requirements for participation in the Department of Defense SkillBridge program.
    • Active‑duty service member approved for SkillBridge participation and within 180 days of separation or retirement.
    • Ability to commit to the agreed SkillBridge internship duration and program schedule.
    • Basic understanding of industrial equipment and control fundamentals (compressors; blowers; heat exchangers; pumps; valves; basic instrumentation).
    • Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting and problem solving within established procedures and safety limits.
    • Ability to follow safety procedures and protocols diligently, including permit, PPE, and lockout/tagout requirements.
    • Candidate must pass a background check.
    • Comfortable supporting hands‑on operational tasks in plant environments.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Westwin Elements

    Westwin is America's First Major Nickel Refinery solving America's critical minerals crisis -- a crisis of foreign dependency, ESG violations, and forecasted global deficits. Currently, no commercial nickel refining capacity exists in the U.S., which means the U.S. relies nearly entirely on imports for its own nickel consumption. Therefore, developing refining capacities is critical to reduce reliance on Foreign Entity of Concerns (FEOCs) and establish a localized and secure supply chain. Westwin solves this issue by localizing nickel refining capacities, and mitigating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) violations within the global critical mineral supply chain. The company is dedicated to upholding ESG standards, ensuring ethical sourcing, traceability, and a more equitable profit distribution across all supply chain stakeholders. As global and domestic demand for nickel continues to rise, Westwin is strategically positioned to supply Class 1 nickel products and address forecasted market deficits.

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