Waste Water Operator

OVERVIEW ::

This position is responsible for ensuring that all water leaving the plant water treatment facility meets or exceeds required guidelines. In addition, the Waste water employee works with production departments to ensure discharge of effluents and waste products coming into the waste water and rendering facilities are handled according to required city, state and federal regulations and oversees the maintenance and cleanliness of all of the facilities grounds. Usually works five to six days a week; overtime may be required based on production needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS ::

• Performs operational maintenance on all water treatment systems.
• Pump blood from kill room.
• Monitors wastewater treatment plant and identifies needed changes and potential problems; makes necessary adjustments.
• Performs chemical analysis of water samples.
• Cleans drain pads.
• Operates a computer to monitor pump stations, plant operations, and alarms.
• Maintains daily records and shift logs of plant operations.
• Reviews readings from meters, computers, and instruments.
• Yard jockey - drives wastewater truck.
• Oversees the operation of per-treatment equipment.
• Ensure the Proper operation of rendering and Offal equipment.
• Be willing to cross train and learn all task in department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS ::

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Ability to obtain a Wastewater Operator's license.
• Valid Driver's license, High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to maintain equipment after training Excellent attendance record.
• Excellent communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ::

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.

• Exposure consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Exposure to outside temperatures.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Must handle the weight of 8 to 10 lbs. repetitively, occasionally lifting, pushing, or pulling 40 to 70 lbs.
• Exposure to chemicals used in the poultry processing facility.
• Exposure to dust, feathers and chemicals used in poultry processing facility.
• Ability to work in a stationary position, on feet for the entire shift.
• Ability to work with heavy machinery for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to climb steps and to access and egress through the production environment.

Case Farms is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Case Farms participates in the E-Verify system and uses tools made available by the federal government to confirm employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.