Wastewater Treatment

Zekelman Industries•Blytheville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Waste Water Technician to join our team in Blytheville, Arkansas. This role is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment system while supporting plant quality initiatives, environmental compliance, process control, and continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing experience, sound analytical skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of five years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Demonstrates strong teamwork and the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.
Possesses sound decision-making, analytical, and computational skills.
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
Promotes and supports safe work practices in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Maintains regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.
Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapts to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Performs all duties in accordance with company safety policies and promptly reports unsafe conditions.
Operates and maintains the wastewater treatment system, including electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate water flow.
Doses appropriate chemicals into process water and monitors treatment effectiveness.
Cleans, calibrates, and maintains instrumentation, including pH probes and related equipment.
Operates sludge filter press equipment and performs preventative maintenance activities.
Collaborates with the Environmental Manager and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot operational issues.
Records water flow meter readings, pH levels, and other required operational data.
Conducts laboratory testing of effluent water and adjusts treatment processes as needed.
Coordinates monthly wastewater discharge sample collection.
Performs inspections of designated processes throughout the facility.
Conducts workstation audits to ensure quality procedures are implemented and effective.
Delivers training to hourly teammates on quality standards, procedures, and plans.
Supports the gauge calibration program through issuing, tracking, and monitoring production gauges.
Performs daily audits of gauges utilized throughout the facility.
Coordinates special projects as directed by the Quality Manager.
Participates in continuous improvement, yield enhancement, and quality initiatives.
Supports plant quality objectives through process control, inspection, and analysis.
Assists with additional projects and operational analyses as needed.