Waste Water Operator (Alternating Dupont Schedule)
KIK Consumer Products · Westlake, LA · 1 mo ago
Manufacturing$33.25/hrFull-time
About the role
Join our team as a Powder B Operator where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the successful operations of our facility. You'll be a key contributor to the success of our plant. Bring your expertise to a dynamic environment that values efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Operates DCS console to control plant process equipment, filter press, belt press while making the necessary equipment adjustments to manual valves, pumps, and etc.
- Makes the necessary equipment adjustments to manual valves, pumps, and etc.
- Responds to process changes, alarms, sample results and equipment observations to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory limits and requirements.
- Collects samples both for internal analysis and for transfer to outside laboratories for regulatory compliance monitoring.
- Collects and records process data and maintains log, reading sheets, and electronic records.
- Analyzes and performs documented in-house laboratory tests for regulatory sampling and internal process samples using established test procedures.
- Operates forklifts in unloading, loading, and handling of tote tanks of polymer, drums of antifoam and other materials.
- Operates equipment per daily instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Performs housekeeping duties, and other duties / assignments as directed by supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required, and 2 years’ experience in Wastewater.
- Ability to safely wear respiratory protective equipment for extended periods while performing assigned job duties.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and respond to call-outs as required to support continuous manufacturing operations.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations and complete production records.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to work safely around chemicals and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, established procedures, work rules, and company standards.
Qualifications
- Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, functional capacity assessment, and drug screening.
Skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity levels, and manufacturing environments.
- Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings options including employer match.
- Continuing education opportunities through Education Assistance.
Pay
The actual rate may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location. The base starting hourly rate is $33.25 per hour.
Schedule
Rotating shifts, including weekends and call-outs as required.