Utilities Operator

About the role

The Utilities Operator at Valtris Specialty Chemicals is responsible for the daily operation of the Wastewater Treatment and Water Treatment Plants. This includes managing equipment, collecting and analyzing water samples, handling chemicals, recording data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and responding to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring equipment such as pumps, aerators, filters, clarifiers, and other treatment facilities using the Delta V DCS system.
• Collecting and testing water samples to assess quality, including parameters like pH, dissolved oxygen, suspended solids, chlorine, and iron.
• Loading and unloading tank trucks, handling IBC bulk containers and drums, and adding necessary chemicals to the wastewater treatment process.
• Maintaining detailed logs of operational data, including flow rates, chemical usage, test results, and any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations regarding wastewater discharge and potable water standards.
• Following all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling chemicals and operating machinery.
• Responding to unexpected situations such as equipment failures, spills, or power outages, taking necessary corrective actions to minimize environmental impact.
• Conducting weekly testing and operation of fire pumps in case of emergency.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Working knowledge of EPA, NJ DEP, and local regulations (preferred).
• Chemical Operator experience (preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to manually lift, push, and move up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment as part of a team.
• Willingness to comply with safety and quality regulations, including wearing protective gear when necessary.
• Physical ability to operate variety of electronic office equipment – computer, printer, radio, phone.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk working on computer/workstation and on calls.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and twist at the waist.
• Ability to work in an environment involving: bending, stooping, climbing, pushing/pulling, and reaching (at or above shoulder height).
• Exposure to chemical and mechanical operations, confined spaces, dust, and fumes.
• Exposure to heat, humidity, and loud machinery.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to operate variety of electronic office equipment – computer, printer, radio, phone.
• May occasionally need to lift up to 25 pounds.
• May occasionally need to bend, stoop, reach and/or twist at the waist.
• Ability based upon position and need to perform duties/visit/walk through a manufacturing environment with the following conditions; chemical and mechanical operations, dust and fumes, working within safe but proximity to forklift and machine operations, exposure to heat and humidity, hearing or talking around loud machinery.
• Wearing of personal protective equipment as required.

Skills

• Knowledge of EPA, NJ DEP, and local regulations.
• Experience with chemical operators.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow safety and quality regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Benefits

We provide a range of competitive benefits programs focused on the well-being of our employees (our benefit offering may vary by country) and our Compensation Plans are designed to be competitive, recognize performance, and support the growth and development of our employees.

Pay

Competitive compensation package tailored to individual performance and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the employee.