Waste Water Operator (Day shift)

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestle Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

This position will work the day shift: Wednesday, 1pm-7:30pm & Thursday-Saturday, 7am-7:30pm.

Relocation assistance may be available for candidates with licenses from states which have reciprocal licensing agreements.

To operate, monitor, maintain, and trouble-shoot the wastewater treatment facility and its processes. Work involves responsibility for the technical aspects of plant operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations, and underground sewer system. Work is performed with considerable independence under the direction of the Chief Operator, subject to review through reports and results achieved.In the absence of the waste water treatment operator another waste water treatment operator will serve as backup.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring and testing required to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process, and storm water and sludge management.
• Assist with the installation and inspection of new sewer lines and services.
• Perform the installation, maintenance, and repair of the physical plant and pump stations and all of their components.
• During the Chief Operator's absence, act as the Department's representative to the public.
• Assist in the performance of regular and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment and machinery.
• On call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the plant and pump station(s).
• Conduct the necessary weekend checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.
• Perform all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations.
• Maintain open communications with the Chief Operator regarding the treatment process and pump stations operation and malfunctions, as well as make recommendations for repairs and improvements to these systems.
• Highly trained in the Kerry HACCP program in order to identify all crucial instrumentation and control system with utility/processing systems. Ensuring a high standard of food safety.
• Support for the SQF 2000 System.

Requirements:

• Must hold an active Wastewater License from the state of GA or reciprocal licensing state.
• Be able to perform and document various tests required by State and Federal agencies for the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Perform daily checks of the wastewater treatment process and periodic checks of pump stations.
• Have a thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Have a basic knowledge of State and Federal rules governing wastewater discharges and worker's safety.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and the ability to kneel, bend over, squat, stoop, and carry.
• Ability to work in a warm and dusty, perhaps cool, and noisy environment.

Education and/or Experience:

• 3+ years of experience operating and maintaining wastewater equipment.
• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Previous maintenance and/or manufacturing experience a plus.
• Demonstrate communication, organization, and listening skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness, and follow through.
• Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.

Requisition ID349603

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