Facilities Wastewater Treatment Operator

GSK•Marietta, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will support and improve facility operations by your knowledge and experience of wastewater treatment applications, working principles of wastewater treatment, environmental technology, lab best practices, sample collection & analysis. You will work with operations, safety, contractors, and engineers to keep us compliant. We value candidates who are practical, curious, and calm under pressure. This role offers growth, the chance to solve real problems, and direct impact on our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Requirements

Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification is required from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
5+ years of experience as a wastewater plant operator in a commercial or industrial environment with experience working in lab environments.
Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments.
High school, technical diploma, or equivalent technical experience.

Nice To Haves

Ability to troubleshoot and a general mechanical aptitude.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and SAP.
Familiarity with good manufacturing practice, safety and regulatory requirements.
Strong written skills for creating procedures, specifications, and maintenance plans.

Responsibilities

Responsible for wastewater plant objectives and testing (chemical, organic, biological), including sample collection, sample preparation and submission, and submitting regulatory compliance reports.
Act as the facility subject matter expert for wastewater systems including; reviewing check sheets, controlled documents and maintain technical reference materials to ensure all regulatory compliance.
Represent wastewater operations in regulatory audits, support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and change control management.
Plan, coordinate and execute shutdowns and mid-level projects, ensuring resources meet schedules, regulations, and safety standards; Write HECP’s/HECA’s where applicable.
Respond to on call to emergencies and maintenance malfunctions, coordinate daily priorities, and adapt plans for supply or personnel changes.
Diagnose and resolve complex operational problems; provide technical guidance to other trades and cross-functional teams.
Schedule and manage outside contractors; create work orders and issue work permits; escort contractors; deliver contractor safety training.
Maintain required SCADA system, SAP and Veeva accesses; ensure all documentation (logbooks, permits, work orders) is complete and accurate.
Ensure safety policy adherence and safe work practices, work order compliance, and training requirements. Maintain accurate equipment records, maintenance plans, and safety documentation.