Wastewater Treatment Operator - First shift

TTM Technologies•Syracuse, NY

5d•$54,569 - $90,948•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Treatment Operator monitors and operates wastewater treatment systems with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility. The role involves obtaining, reporting, and entering analytical readings, including water flow, metal concentrations, and pH levels, and adjusting batch treatment processes to achieve acceptable results. The employee also handles chemicals and incidental spills, supports chemical security and compliance, and follows applicable internal, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and RCRA requirements. Required safety measures include following protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, including air respirators. The position is based at TTM Technologies' East Syracuse, New York site and operates in a manufacturing environment involving machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals. The role requires completing hazardous-material training and forklift certification, maintaining safety records, participating in audits and training, and reporting accidents, near misses, and other safety concerns. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate degree and wastewater treatment experience are preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to understand and apply chemical-processing guidelines, procedures, and environmental regulations.
Technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a drive for action.
Ability to work positively as part of a team and independently.
Must complete a 12-module hazardous-material training program and certify as a forklift operator.
General computer skills, including updating electronic records, entering data into systems, and sending emails.
Ability to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 50 pounds.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
Ability to meet attendance requirements consistently.
Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals.
Must comply with TTM export-control policies and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
1–2 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 pumps, magnetic drive pumps, and metering pumps.
Monitor and sample batch treatment processes, report results, make adjustments to achieve acceptable readings, and enter data into the electronic system.
Transfer and remove chemicals from the production floor and ensure proper disposal.
Respond promptly to incidental chemical spills, clean affected areas, and properly dispose of or process contaminated materials and chemicals according to environmental rules.
Complete site audits to ensure compliance with PPE and chemical safety requirements.
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 safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including PPE, chemical handling, and hazardous-waste disposal requirements.
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 and health savings accounts
Accident benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment.
Alternative shifts may be eligible for a shift premium, depending on shift and location.