Wastewater Treatment Operator - 3rd Shift

TTM•Syracuse, NY
•Onsite

About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, RF components and assemblies, and advanced printed circuit boards. The Wastewater Treatment Operator monitors and operates wastewater treatment systems with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility. The role obtains and reports analytical readings, including water flow, metal concentrations, and pH levels, and participates in the chemical management response team. The employee handles chemicals, incidental spills, and chemical security in accordance with company procedures and applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and RCRA regulations. Required safety practices include following protocols and wearing required PPE, including air respirators. This is an overnight position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The employee must also be available to train on first shift. The position is located at 6457 Fly Rd., East Syracuse, New York. The role involves working in a manufacturing environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals, and requires the ability to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree is preferred, as is one to two years of wastewater treatment experience. Aerospace industry or AS9102 experience is a plus. The employee must complete a 12-module hazardous materials training program and certify as a forklift operator. TTM lists health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k); flexible spending and health savings accounts; accident benefits; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Benefits are available on the first of the month following hire. An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on assignment, and alternative-shift positions may be eligible for a shift premium. The stated compensation range is $50,073–$79,147; actual compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, training, certifications, and business needs.

Requirements

  • Understand and apply chemical processing guidelines, procedures, and environmental regulations.
  • Demonstrate technical aptitude, attention to detail, and initiative.
  • Work positively as a team member and independently when needed.
  • Complete a 12-module hazardous-material training program.
  • Certify as a forklift operator.
  • Have general computer skills, including updating electronic records, entering data, and sending emails.
  • Be able to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 50 pounds.
  • Read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
  • Consistently meet attendance requirements.
  • Be willing to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
  • Be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Comply with TTM export-control policies and applicable laws, including requirements related to identifying ITAR products, restricted access, foreign visitors, shipments, and vendor approvals.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate degree.
  • One to two years of wastewater treatment experience.
  • Experience in the aerospace industry or with AS9102.

Responsibilities

  • Operate the wastewater treatment system, manually adjusting flow valves and working with pneumatic, magnetic drive, and metering pumps.
  • Monitor the batch treatment process, obtain samples, report readings, and make adjustments to achieve acceptable content readings.
  • Enter data into the electronic system.
  • Transfer and remove chemicals from the production floor and ensure proper disposal procedures are followed.
  • Respond immediately to incidental chemical spills, clean affected locations, and properly dispose of or process contaminated materials and chemicals according to environmental rules.
  • Complete site audits to check PPE and chemical safety compliance.
  • Patrol chemical storage areas to verify proper storage and accessibility protocols.
  • Participate in new-hire and ongoing chemical, PPE, and hazardous-material training programs.
  • Transfer chemicals within the site using hand trucks and forklifts.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Follow EHS-directed safety training and procedures, including requirements for PPE, chemical handling, and hazardous-waste disposal.
  • Immediately report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
  • Comply with TTM export-control policies and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Accident benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Possible annual or quarterly company bonus, depending on position assignment
  • Possible shift premium for eligible alternative-shift positions
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