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Summary Description:
The Wastewater Relief Technician is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the wastewater facility along with sampling, testing and performing corrective action on treated water. Emphasis will be placed on wastewater laboratory analysis, database management, and environmental compliance monitoring. Flexibility to work day and night shifts pending vacation coverage and training coverage.
All other duties as assigned.
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Job Duties (Accountability Categories and Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities):
NOTE: The job may include other “non-essential” responsibilities and duties that are not listed on this form.
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Accountability Category
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Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities
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% of Time
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1
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Core Duties
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- Oversee and participate in sanitation, setup, and operation of all equipment associated with processing in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Know and perform all required job functions for skilled operator positions as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Accurately complete all daily reports and MES checks (pre-start checklists, standard work checklist, certified weight check, downtime, sanitation checklist, etc.)
- Ability to assist supervisor with floor duties
- Ensure that all products produced meet Leprino Food standards and customer specifications
- Conduct training of hourly team members as needed
- Communicate effectively with co-workers, maintenance, team leads, and supervisors
- Vacation and training coverage
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80%
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2
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Sanitation
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- Implement and maintain 5S standards including maintaining facility cleanliness.
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15%
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3
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Safety
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- Work in accordance with safe work practices at all times
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5%
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Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
- Basic familiarity with all aspects of operating a biological wastewater treatment plant; and ability to take and pass the entry level (D) exam within 1 year, or as required
- Internal candidates that do not possess the above experience but have demonstrated work history with Leprino foods, knowledge of operation and maintenance of complex manufacturing processes, and have an interest in wastewater treatment may be considered.
- All candidates must have the ability to demonstrate wastewater Class (D) certification or take and pass the entry level Class (D) industrial wastewater exam within 1 year.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Two year degree in related field or prior experience in a similar wastewater treatment technician role
- Forklift/Scissor Lift certification preferred
- Applicants having a 4-year college degree in environmental science and/or biology seeking an entry-level environmental position will be considered in lieu of the minimum requirements outlined (except for age)
- Strong familiarity with environmental laboratory procedures; basic knowledge of utility equipment, process equipment, and general parts information; dairy/food manufacturing experience; experience operating heavy equipment (e.g. water pumps, forklift)
- Knowledge of government and industrial regulations (e.g. EPA, CDPHE, PSM, OSHA and USDA)
Strong skills in data entry and management, email, internet, Microsoft Office software, and computerized management systems (e.g. SAP); entry level D Operator license.
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities/Competencies:
- Must be 18 years old
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language
- Must have the ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions and make adjustments or corrective action as necessary
- Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs
- Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions
- Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices roblem solving
- Ability to maintain a clean work area according to good manufacturing processes
- Applied and continuous learning
- Work standards
- Initiating action
- Quality orientation
- Safety awareness
- Working effectively with others
- Communication
- Professional presence
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Working Relationships:
- The Wastewater Relief Technician reports to the Wastewater Supervisor. This position has no direct reports.
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Physical/Mental Requirements and Work Environment:
Work Environment Description:
- The Wastewater Treatment Technician position is physically demanding and requires being on the feet the entire shift which includes standing and walking, kneeling for extended periods of time, working in wet/dry/cold/hot environments, working in tight spaces, climbing steps and ladders, working at extreme heights, making pipe connections, using hand tools, physically transporting parts and tools, and lifting equipment parts which can weigh up to 70 Lbs.
Additional:
This position requires the incumbent to work on site at the facility to be able to perform the associated job responsibilities.
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