Waste Water Operator

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we've been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!

To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Waste Water Operator will be responsible for ensuring pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum equipment, and other wastewater treatment equipment are functioning properly. The Operator will monitor equipment for potential failures and may make minor repairs or adjustments as needed. This individual will also collect water samples for chemical analysis. This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is based out of our Seabrook, New Jersey location.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Determine the condition of the spraying fields and spray the wastewater evenly across all sections
• Pre-treat the wastewater prior to spraying which includes checking for analytical conditions such as pH
• Submit reports to the state on spaying volume and collection volume of waste eater
• Mow and maintain the spray field. Review and determine the condition of the spraying fields and mowing it as needed.
• Maintain the mowing equipment with the use of tools and determine the need for outside services to repair
• Maintain acceptable cleaning of the fields and pump house. Use clean as you go method to maintain order and cleanliness
• Occasional trash pick-up is necessary in the fields
• Treat water and spray field as needed
• Monitor chemical usage as it relates to costs and area budget
• Recommend usage of different chemicals to the Maintenance Manager for cost-effectiveness
• Record flow and appearance of wastewater
• Monitor, identify, and report unusual color and flow to QC and Plant Manager to determine plant QC issues related to it
• Maintain a safe work area by keeping the fields free of hazards such as smell, handling of chemicals, storage of chemicals, and storage of mowing equipment and parts
• Monitor hazardous conditions in the pond or the field and communicate findings to the Maintenance Manager
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift certification
• N2 or N3 wastewater license

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Prior experience using industrial-grade chemicals, CIPs, and basic housekeeping background
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented; ability to multi-task

• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Credibility and Integrity
• Build and maintain professional relationships

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.

FREQUENT: Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in the area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

OCCASIONAL: Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

VISION: Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast-paced production environment involving high-speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines, and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.