Wastewater Technician

Magna International • Piedmont, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in technical field
• Class D License in water/wastewater treatment is required (physical/chemical in SC).
• 2+ years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment, preferably in automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, SDS, and environmental reports.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a forklift or similar equipment may be required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of electrocoating process waste characteristics and treatment methods is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow, comply and enforce all operational procedures/policies as stated in the employee Environmental Health and Safety programs (Magna and OSHA Standards).
• Operate and maintain all wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, filters, tanks, chemical feed systems, and control panels.
• Monitor pH levels, chemical usage, flow rates, and discharge quality from the e-coat line and general plant processes.
• Perform daily sampling and testing of wastewater to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Record and analyze data related to chemical usage, water quality, and discharge volumes; maintain detailed logs.
• Adjust chemical dosages and treatment methods based on test results and process requirements.
• Coordinate waste hauling and disposal of sludge and other byproducts.
• Conduct routine inspections of wastewater systems and associated infrastructure; identify and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Assist in the preparation of environmental reports and documentation for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Support environmental audits and inspections.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams on process improvement and equipment upgrades.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
• Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
• Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
• Onsite Nurses' office
• Onsite Mother's room

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees