Wastewater Treatment Operator I

Job Type: Regular Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Working at Agropur means choosing a committed employer who invests daily to give its employees the means to develop professionally. It is also means being part of a large family where simplicity and honesty are lived on a daily basis and where the management style is based on integrity, openness and autonomy. Invest in yourself and join Agropur to realize your full potential. Who we are: We are an employee-focused organization that promotes from within and are looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented employees to join our growing team. Founded in 1938, Agropur is a top 20 global dairy processor. In addition to being one of the largest award-winning cheese manufacturers, Agropur is a leader in high quality and diverse nutritional whey proteins. Agropur’s 10 US-based, SQF Certified plants are behind some of the most prominent food, beverage, and nutrition brands in the industry. Vertically integrated by design, Agropur provides future-forward solutions in the areas of cheese, ingredients, beverages, and custom contract manufacturing services. “Better Dairy. Better World.” www.agropur.com What this role is all about: The Wastewater Treatment Operator I is responsible for the day to day operations of wastewater treatment, performing a variety of duties related to the collection, treatment and distribution of water and wastewater. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Operate the wastewater treatment system in compliance with organization discharge limits. Operate wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment in wastewater treatment plant to control flow and processing of wastewater. Monitor control panels and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of influent and chemicals. Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret metered, gauged readings and test results to determine load requirements. Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of wastewater through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes. Maintain log of operations and record meter and gauge readings. Assist with and monitor the load-out of sludges. Perform routine inspections of tanks and other associated equipment to ensure mechanical and physical integrity of the system. Perform preventative maintenance of wastewater plant equipment and basic troubleshooting of maintenance/electrical issues. Perform wastewater plant sampling of processes, and complete analysis of samples. Perform monitoring of wastewater plant processes and make adjustments as needed. Perform sampling, filtration, and preservation of monitoring wells. May conduct tests, such as pH, turbidity and chemical concentrations (bench testing). Perform wetland volume remaining inspections and accurately document findings. May operate and maintain power generating equipment to provide air and electricity for plant. Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices. Safety Protocol Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. Qualifications: Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience Required: Minimum one (1) year wastewater treatment experience or equivalent training/certification strongly preferred. Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment to include, pumps, and automation required. Certification/Licensure Required: Wastewater Operator Certification required by state agency or obtained within one (1) year of hire. Skills Required: Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work. Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input. Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment. Ability to apply logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages. Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information. Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read, understand and explain technical data. Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, procedures, and standards. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships. What we offer you: Agropur offers its employees a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following: Health, Dental and Vision options Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Company paid life insurance, short and long-term disability 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 4% company match Tuition Reimbursement Program Health and Wellness Programs to include Wellness Incentives and Employee Assistance Program Opportunities for discretionary bonus’ and discretionary 401(k) contributions based on Company financial performance. Paid Time Off Program, Holiday Pay and Bereavement An environment that upholds our five core values: Boldness, Collaboration, Communication, Excellence and Integrity Opportunities for advancement Training programs Employee Referral Program Community Involvement The Location: Our Jerome, ID, plant is home to approximately 400 employees and processes approximately 7 million pounds of milk per day. This facility produces various types of cheeses, such as; mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, muenster, parmesan, romano, Monterey jack, gouda, and asiago. They also run various whey streams, such as; deproteinized whey, sweet dairy whey, GMP, permeate, instantized, and our top-rated BiPro products. The Jerome, ID area is a paradise for those seeking unique recreation attractions. You can visit Shoshone Falls (the Niagara of the West), Perrine Bridge (the only legal spot to base jump from in the US), and the beautiful Snake River Canyon (perfect for canoeing, boating and walking). There are also multiple restaurants throughout the Magic Valley area with quality cuisine. You can also visit the Jerome Chamber https://www.visitjeromeidaho.com/ or Twin Falls Chamber https://twinfallschamber.com/ sites for more information on local events. AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity