WWT Operator

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.•Raleigh, NC

49d•$23 - $27

About The Position

To ensure the uninterrupted availability of all plant utilities and to maintain optimum performance and compliant operation of the wastewater treatment system in a safe and environmentally conscious manner.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent with strong reading and mathematical skills required
Experience in a Utilities or wastewater environment required
Must be familiar with current applicable codes and practices for pressure vessels and high-pressure steam operations as well as refrigeration technology
Good organizational skills
Ability to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
Must have a proficient understanding of the chemistry and biological requirements necessary to maintain healthy and active microorganisms with a high leave of BOD Nitrogen in the site’s industrial wastewater pretreatment facility
Ability to operate material management equipment
Ability to operate manual and automated controls systems to maintain stable operation

Nice To Haves

NC Grade I Biological Wastewater certification preferred
College coursework or technical school training in science, electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation field preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform boiler operations including fire tube and water tube boilers (Total Capacity of 135,000 #/hr) and air compressor operations (12000 scfm of 35# air) (600 scfm of 90 #air including air dryers for the sites instruments), and cooling tower system operations supplying utilities and process (total tonnage of 6750 tons of tower water)
Monitor water treatment systems including softened water and mixed bed deionized water systems
Perform chiller operations (2500 tons of Chilled water) to ensure supply to production
Perform operations of the site’s industrial wastewater biological treatment system in compliance with the City of Raleigh Industrial Users Permit
Manage and maintain the compliance of permits and safety requirements
Collect various types of water samples, analyze and record data on lab sheets and company forms
Site’s fire system monitoring and operations
Maintain security awareness during off hours while being the first point of contact for emergency situations
Identify, correct, and report hazards
Become properly trained and be able to enter confined spaces including open topped tanks as well as enclosed vessels for inspections and repairs
Ensure a clean and hazard-free workspace by performing regular housekeeping.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.
Employment with Ajinomoto is considered at will, meaning that either party may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice and this job description should not be construed as an employment contract.