Wastewater Technician

Ajinomoto Foods North America • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all. We are looking for a Swing Shift Wastewater Technician to join our team in the Portland area. The Wastewater Technician will be responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operation and maintenance repair tasks for waste water equipment including, pump, motors, valves, chemical feed systems, piping, boiler room and control panels in order to ensure plant processing and efficiency is sustained and regulatory compliance is met.

Requirements

• Familiarity with plumbing of water serviced electrical and engineering principles
• Working knowledge of pumps and motors
• Ability to perform inspections, testing and repair of waste processing systems
• Knowledge of Lockout-Tagout, are flash, confined space entry practices and procedures and ability to participate in our respiratory protection program
• Ability to evaluate and interpret process and engineering related drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to use a computerized maintenance system.
• High School or GED
• 2+ years of experience in industrial waste water operations, to include experience and familiarity with chemical and mechanical waste treatment techniques, systems and technologies

Nice To Haves

• Wastewater operator must possess or acquire Wastewater Treatment-B or higher certification within 1 year of hire and Water Distribution Level II (DSI II)

Responsibilities

• Operate the waste water system within permit limits set by the applicable regulatory agencies
• Lead the company’s compliance program while partnering with members of the maintenance and operations team to ensure environmental requirements are being met
• Maintain the waste water treatment system and surrounding areas within food safety and regulatory agency compliance
• Operate the waste water pretreatment equipment ensuring discharge water quality is within all permit limits set by the start and company.
• Ensure proper treatment and dispensing of chemicals to maintain acceptable water quality
• Order pretreatment chemicals and parts for waste water pretreatment system. Track inventory of chemicals on a weekly basis
• Conduct and document the necessary inspections and corrective action in order to maintain the plant clean and sanitary
• Ensure pumps/sumps tied to wastewater system are clean, inspected, locked, maintained and logs are reviewed and properly managed
• Ensure monitoring compliance with regulatory agencies
• Ensures outside drivers loading out sludge, food scrap, waste water, and recovered oil follow appropriate procedures. Collects paperwork and submits timely
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, float switches, ph probes, etc.
• Repair and replace equipment as needed.
• Control inventory of critical spare parts and track min/max of parts
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Will also manage the backup waste water position
• Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift)
• Use personal assistance (buddy)
• Use handrails
• Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED