Waste Water System Operator

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Cincinnati, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment system. The operator will follow all work instructions and safety policies, including the use of all PPE and safety equipment. Experience in treating industrial waste is preferred. The role involves treating industrial wastewater from tote and drum cleaning operations, examining machine controls, performing routine preventive maintenance, testing the incoming waste stream, modifying chemicals for optimal efficiency, managing chemical inventory, and ensuring compliance with company policies and EPA requirements. The operator will also identify and implement process improvements, validate these improvements, investigate operational problems, and perform repairs on electrical and automation systems with assistance from the Maintenance Manager. Troubleshooting of electrical control and distribution systems, including PLC knowledge, is a significant plus. The role also includes repairing basic mechanical components, inspecting parts, lubricating and cleaning machinery, documenting changeover times, and completing work orders to improve safety, reduce downtime, decrease scrap, and enhance production quality and plant efficiency. Adherence to safety rules, Lockout/Tagout, housekeeping, and 5S standards is mandatory. The operator will track and reduce waste streams, manage scrap plastic sales, and assist with equipment installation as needed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
2-5 years’ experience in a wastewater treatment and procurement experience within a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Follow all safety policies and procedures, attend and participate in safety meetings, as well as promoting preventative maintenance to management and production associates.
Ability to interpret documents such as procedure manuals, blueprints, schematics, charts, diagrams, etc.
Ability to use precision measuring devices including amp meters, electric meters, and hydraulic gauges.
Basic understanding of systems, equipment and schematics.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Good troubleshooting skills.
Basic mathematical skills used to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and use decimals and fractions.
Ability to perform work in a mature and professional manner, demonstrate personal responsibility, and perform all assigned duties.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Prefer Associates/Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Technical Trades/Maintenance related field.
Wastewater treatment experience a plus.
PLC troubleshooting knowledge, huge plus if you can program.

Responsibilities

Follow all work instructions and safety policies, including use of all PPE and safety equipment.
Treat industrial wastewater from tote and drum cleaning operations.
Examine machine controls at start up for production.
Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on all Waste stream production equipment and machinery.
Test incoming waste stream multiple times daily – both pH and jar testing.
Modify chemicals used in acid cracking process to be the most effective and efficient in chemical usage.
Keep track of inventory of chemicals onsite and assist in ordering process.
Ensure all company policies and EPA requirements are met daily.
Identify and implement improvements to manufacturing and support processes to create cost reductions and improve operational performance.
Validate implemented manufacturing process improvements to ensure desired results and sustainability.
Investigate operational problems affecting production.
Install and wire industrial automation line controls and integrate with existing network, as directed/assisted by the Maintenance Manager.
Perform repairs on electrical or electronic instruments as directed/assisted by the Maintenance Manager.
Troubleshoot electrical control and distribution systems to include 24vac, 120vac, and 480vac.
Repair basic mechanical components and replace parts on machines such as bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges and switches.
Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
Lubricate and clean machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards within the plant.
Document and track changeover times and record.
Accomplish all work orders to maintain safety; reduce downtime; decrease scrap; improve quality production; and improve plant efficiency.
Follows all safety rules and procedures including Lockout/Tagout program, housekeeping, and 5S standards and observes the operations to ensure a safe work environment.
Track waste stream and reduce waste streams where possible.
Track scrap plastic sales and ensure correct weights and prices are applied.
Assist with equipment or automation installation work as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.