Lead Filter Press Operator

About the role

HPC-Industrial powered by Clean Harbors in Superior, WI is looking for a Filter Press Lead to join their safety conscious team. The Lead will operate a variety of mechanical and manual servicing equipment for industrial services and waste management with HPC established methods, policies, practices and procedures and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Completes daily checklist as required for proper operation of the unit being operated
• Hands-on experience on operations of Decanter centrifuges, belt presses, filter press and ancillary equipment (pumps, conveyors, etc.)
• Operation of special equipment, such as centrifugal and positive displacement pumps
• Operate 5K hotsy pressure washers
• Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is inconsistent with Standard Operating Procedures
• Completes and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking movements
• Assures that all containers are properly secured, i.e. chock blocks, jack stands
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors
• Operating valves, pumps, monitoring tanks levels, lining end dump trailers, routine housekeeping
• Operate and maintain a 2 Phase centrifuge
• Take product samples as needed
• Tractor/trailer experience is a plus but will train if necessary
• Assist in the operation of industrial waste treatment equipment or power tools as directed and in accordance with established company and client's facility rules
• Checks equipment at the start of each shift; hooks up and breaks down hoses using proper tools when directed by Operator or Project Manager
• Manually cleans, installs, fits, repairs valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets, and all other external and internal equipment on projects
• Understanding of equipment maintenance and ability to perform maintenance
• Cleans up work area and equipment after work is complete
• Assist in maintaining safe and clean workplace
• Assists in the inspection of equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and general work area prior to starting any job
• Informs supervisor of deficiencies which may cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity
• Wears the personal protective equipment prescribed by posted signs, written instructions, and work permits
• Wears additional protective equipment specified by his/her supervisor or clients Safety Department

Qualifications

• 2+ years related experience
• Basic safety courses including site specific procedures
• All required local training
• Successful completion of all required and OSHA training as a condition of employment
• Must be physically capable of performing all duties and responsibilities of his/her position
• Compliance with physical requirements
• Attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures
• Valid driver's license
• Smartphone operation experience

Pay

$29.00 - $37.00 hourly

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career