Wastewater Treatment Manager

Clemens Family Corporation • Hatfield Township, PA

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Clemens Food Group is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Manager to
lead the daily operations, regulatory compliance, and team performance of our
wastewater treatment plant. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible
for ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local wastewater
regulations, including NPDES permit requirements and municipal discharge
standards. Due to the critical nature of this operation, this position requires
24/7 on-call leadership availability.

This role requires both hands-on technical expertise and strong leadership
capability. You must be confident making operational decisions related to
chemical dosing, staffing, equipment adjustments, and process control.

We are looking for a decisive leader who can strengthen team performance,
improve operational consistency, and protect plant compliance.

Why Clemens Food Group?

Clemens Food Group is a family-owned, vertically coordinated protein producer
with a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and operational
excellence. Our wastewater operation plays a critical role in protecting our
community, maintaining regulatory integrity, and supporting sustainable food
production.

We invest in our people, promote from within, and empower leaders to make
meaningful operational improvements. In this role, you will have visibility,
influence, and the opportunity to strengthen a critical environmental function
within a stable, growing organization.

Requirements

• 7+ years of wastewater treatment experience
• Experience managing a municipal wastewater plant or industrial wastewater facility
• Strong understanding of wastewater chemistry, system balances, and biological treatment processes
• Experience with environmental compliance, inspections, and reporting (DMR experience preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily wastewater plant operations across 3 shifts
• Ensure compliance with NPDES permits, environmental regulations, and audit requirements
• Manage discharge quality to meet municipal authority and USDA standards
• Optimize chemical usage and treatment processes
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 12 wastewater operators and supervisors
• Drive accountability, performance improvement, and cross-shift communication
• Serve as on-call leader for wastewater operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees