Water Reclamation Operator

Pratt Industries•Valparaiso, IN

2h•$53,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join our core production team at the Valparaiso, IN paper mill! As our Water Reclamation Operator, you will work directly alongside the Water Reclamation Manager to oversee, optimize, and safeguard our process wastewater systems. If you have a passion for process engineering, hands-on troubleshooting, and environmental stewardship, this is the role for you.

Requirements

2-to-4-year post-secondary degree required.
Paper mill experience is a major plus.
A strong desire to acquire a Class D Indiana Waste Water License.
Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, technical troubleshooting (chemical & biological systems), and basic algebra/conversion skills.
Ability to work in both indoor lab environments and outdoor facilities year-round.
Must be comfortable climbing ladders, standing, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s in Pulp & Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related field is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee wastewater chemical inventories, delivery systems, and cost-optimization efforts.
Perform lab analyses, track compliance samples, and manage air/water permitting data.
Partner with Maintenance and E&I teams to ensure top-tier preventative and corrective equipment maintenance.
Maintain rigorous safety and environmental standards across the Waste Water Facility.

Benefits

Lucrative Incentive Plan: Earn up to 100% of one month's base salary every quarter through our mill incentive program!
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Company Provided Uniforms
Annual Safety Allowances for Boots ($300) & Glasses ($250)
Medical (HSA Plan), Dental, and Vision Plans
401K Plan with Company Match
100% Tuition Reimbursement to fuel your continued education
Healthy Lifestyle Programs: Earn up to $1200 for you HSA annually, Reimbursement of $500 per year towards gym memberships or other qualifying expenses
Child Bearing/Parental Leave
Supplemental Life, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance plans
Short Term & Long Term Disability Plans
Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development with practical application training that may include travel to other Pratt Paper Mills and ongoing educational certificate programs.