Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician

Jack Link's Protein Snacks • Alpena, SD

1d • $22 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary: The Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Tech. is responsible for performing the work activities necessary to maintain facility operation and compliance with the LSI’s Pretreatment Industrial User Permit, at all times. They will make sure all guidelines and Team Member safety is being followed at all times. Performed semiskilled, skilled, technical and specialized work in the operation of the wastewater treatment facility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum Class II Waste Water Operator License/Certification with in a year.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results if needed.
• Environmental safety.
• Make regular tours of the wastewater facility; read charts, gauges, and other instruments; and record information on plant logs.
• Collect wastewater and sludge samples and perform field and laboratory analysis on samples.
• Interpret data accumulated and make equipment and process control changes.
• Perform minor maintenance and labor tasks, including general housekeeping.
• Follow Lean Manufacturing Processes; team building, consistency in high quality, preventative maintenance, good work place conditions, productive work, etc.
• Operate, inspect, and monitor SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) control panel and a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment while operating a variety of unit processes used in the treatment of wastewater.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
• Tasks will vary as situations and demands change.
• Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.
• Able to read and write legibly.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of physical, chemical, and biological wastewater treatment.
• Operational knowledge of the machines, equipment, and unit operations used in treatment of wastewater and anaerobic digestion and dewatering of associated sludges.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply sampling and preservation techniques.
• Knowledge of the interpretation of laboratory data and its application to process control.
• Operational knowledge of hydraulics.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the occupational hazards or safety precautions relating to the safe handling of extremely hazardous chemicals and the safe operation of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to prevent and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Monitor Unsafe Behavior
• Follow all OSHA Guidelines
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety.
• Must Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven – Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character.
• Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department.
• Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members.
• Encourage team member initiative and innovation.
• Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI.
• Communicate with subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
• Ability to collaborate with remote team members and work as part of a team.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.
• Follow good manufacturing practices along with company pre-requisite programs, SOP’S and SSOP’s.
• Ensure that they are adequately and properly trained in safety, sanitation procedures, chemical handling and GMP’s, etc.
• Follow all safety rules and company policies.

Benefits

• Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED