Wastewater Treatment Operator(s)
Utz Brands, Inc. · Kings Mountain, NC · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate wastewater equipment including clarifiers, pH neutralization systems, oil separators, DAF systems, and batch reactors
- Perform daily lab tests (pH, settleable solids), keep accurate logs, and report results
- Assist with filter press operations and proper handling/disposal of solids
- Clock in/out and coordinate required testing with local municipalities
- Schedule pickups for residual waste (starch, oil, etc.)
- Maintain sanitation of all wastewater treatment areas and equipment
- Perform basic maintenance with support from the maintenance team
- Follow all food safety and quality control protocols (SQF standards)
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in wastewater operations
- Mechanical experience in some capacity, preferably on production machinery
- Experience with DAF systems or similar treatment systems
- Knowledge of local/city wastewater requirements is preferred
- Wastewater Operator certification preferred (extra compensation offered if already certified), or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment
- The company will cover certification costs if obtained post-hire
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and operate a forklift
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
- Willingness to work regular overtime and participate in a rotating on-call schedule
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors with hot/cold temperatures, wet/slippery floors, and weather and chemical exposure
Benefits
Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more.
Pay
Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.
Schedule
The position follows a 12-hour schedule from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, working 7 days on followed by 7 days off.