Position : Waste Water Technician

　　Location : Pacific, Missouri

　　Requisition ID: : 24615

　　General Purpose:

　　Provide operation and maintenance support for the wastewater treatment plant, performing tasks in a safe manner and following safety and environmental regulations. Demonstrate working knowledge to perform a defined set of wastewater treatment processes and activities. Work within standard operating procedures, under a moderate degree of supervision.

　　Job Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Inspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions

　　Maintain chemicals levels, adjustment, and disinfection of water and other liquids

　　Record operational data, meter, and gauge readings on specified forms at specified frequencies

　　Perform COD, TSS, Total Solids, and other analysis on daily samples; review results and make directed adjustments based on daily data collection

　　Advise supervisor regarding potential areas of concern and then implement appropriate changes

　　Assist with maintenance, repair, and lubrication of wastewater equipment using hand tools and power tools; record all parts used during preventive maintenance or repair

　　Work with vendors to align with best practices. Ensure equipment is stored in ready state to allow placement directly from inventory to functioning in the plant

　　Request maintenance repair work through appropriate system/process

　　Monitor sludge dumpster levels (if appropriate) and call appropriate personal when an exchange is needed

　　Communicate pertinent information at shift end to a shift supervisor

　　Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, communicate to supervisor, and implement appropriate changes (Lean, Kaizen, 5S and Leader Standard Work)

　　Attend required training, including but not limited to, GMP’s, HAACP, SQF, Safety, etc.

　　Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

　　The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

　　SCHEDULE: First Shift

　　BENEFITS:

　　Competitive pay

　　Paid vacation and holidays

　　Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

　　Comprehensive healthcare benefits

　　Service recognition and employee rewards*

　　Employee referral program

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Uniforms provided

　　Work for dairy farm families

　　Education and Experience:

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Technical or college education or military preferred

　　1 to 3 years of plant operations/manufacturing experience coupled with the knowledge of and/or aptitude to perform wastewater duties

　　1 to 3 years of wastewater related experience preferred

　　Certification and/or License – Water/Wastewater System Operator (specific for location requirements) or the ability to achieve any appropriate license(s) within 12 months, to the extent required by state regulations

　　Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems

　　General microbiological and chemistry skills

　　General maintenance skills

　　Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

　　Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

　　Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

　　Able to follow directions

　　Able to multi-task and organize own work activities

　　Must be able to read, write and speak English

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer