Wastewater Treatment Operator - Non-Exempt This position operates, monitors, calibrates, and maintains wastewater treatment equipment and control systems.
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Collect samples from influent flow, effluent flow and operation basins to meet permit requirements and assess system performance.
Maintain accurate data records on operational parameters, daily activities, maintenance and collected samples for compliance reporting and operational analysis.
Trouble shoot and repair all equipment in the wastewater treatment plant, including plant drainage system with the cooperation of maintenance department staff.
Handle used oil, universal waste, and recycling for the facilities.
Perform inspections and assign preventive maintenance for the facilities.
Manage chemical inventory in the facilities.
Work with chemical supplier to improve the treatment and use of chemicals.
Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Utilize continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety Training
Required:
Preferred
Work Experience - Eighteen (18) months experience - Experience in food and beverage industryFive (5) years experience in maintenance role
Education:
High School diploma or Equivalent or equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical Knowledge - Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systemsAble to inspect equipment and troubleshoot potential issuesEffective verbal and written communication skills; able to write legibly to complete paperworkBasic Math skillsFollow and comply with all safety standards
Additional Skills/Notes - Able to work in a fast-paced environmentDependabilityAdherence to safety requirements and wearing required PPEAble to work in a team environmentAble to multi-task and be organizedPass all pre-employment screens, including drug, background and criminal checks
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions:
This position operates in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse environment that is exposed to wet conditions. The employee may have some exposure to dust, fumes, and cleaning chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Employees are required to wear required PPE that is in compliance with OSHA regulations, including hearing protection. Employees may experience swings in work-related demands of this position.
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, and bend throughout the entire shift.
Employees must occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds, including above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Must have full range of body motion.
Shift:
Weekends, overtime and holidays as required
Rate of Pay: $28 - $31 per hour
