Wastewater Treatment Operator

Maple Lodge Farms Ltd•Halton Hills, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Nutrient & Water Treatment, the Waste Treatment Operator will be responsible for the safe and compliant operation of the Water Treatment plant equipment and processes. This is to fill an existing position in the company.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Environmental Industry
Must possess mechanical aptitude
Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.
Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS
Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities
Knowledge of process improvement tools
Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential
Computer literacy (MS Office)
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field; or completion of a post-secondary course in Environmental Science preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors and operates the equipment and processes, and documents and reports to the Trades if any Company assets require attention to ensure maximum performance. Monitors any repairs and/or alterations so that repairs are completed in the proper fashion, and follows up to ensure that the asset performs as required.
Monitors Wastewater Plant processes with respect to sampling, monitoring, analysis, reporting, adjustments:and follows up to ensure the processes are performing as expected and required.
Follows all Company policies and procedures, and works safely, utilizing all required PPE in good condition. Reports any unsafe acts and/or conditions to management.
Monitors all different processes of the Water & Wastewater Treatment department involving sampling and sample preparation.
Conducts lab work and analyses of all plant processes.
Follows departmental SOPs with respect to all maintenance, housekeeping and operation of wastewater and related equipment.
Performs Security duties (e.g. watches for trespassers, unauthorized persons, or anything out of the ordinary), and contacts Security as necessary.
Assists and follows up with Supervisor with respect to employee training and compliance with Company objectives.
Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.