Wastewater Treatment Operator - 3rd Shift

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate the waste water treatment system which requires manual adjustment of flow valves and working with pneumatic pumps, magnetic drive pumps, and metering pumps.
• Monitor, obtain samples, and report on the batch treatment process, making necessary adjustments to achieve acceptable content readings.
• Enter data into the electronic system.
• Transfer and remove chemicals from the production floor, ensuring proper disposal procedures are followed.
• Immediately respond to incidental chemical spills, cleaning the location and properly disposing or processing all contaminated materials and chemicals according to environmental rules.
• Complete site audits to ensure PPE and chemical safety compliance.
• Patrol chemical storage areas, verifying proper storage procedures and ensuring accessibility protocols are being met.
• Actively participate in new hire and continuous chemical, PPE, and hazardous material training programs.
• Transfer chemicals within the site, utilizing hand trucks and forklifts.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chemical handling, and hazardous waste disposal.
• Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements

• Ability to understand and apply chemical processing guidelines, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Technical aptitude with a high-attention to detail and drive for action.
• Able to be a positive team member while also working independently.
• Must complete a 12-module hazardous material training program and certify as a forklift operator.
• General computer skills and ability to update electronic records, enter data into systems, and send emails.
• Able to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 50-pounds.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
• Consistently meet attendance requirements.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
• Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment that includes machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals.