E-SEP Machine Operator 1st shift

Veolia Water Technologies; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies in Minnesota is seeking an Electro-Separations Machine Operator to set up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment. You will follow strict EHS rules, perform chemical handling with PPE, and enter data into SAP and logs to ensure traceability.

You will move materials, monitor product quality, and troubleshoot equipment to minimize scrap, while supporting calibration and maintenance tasks. The role requires teamwork and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Willingness to work with chemicals (solvents, acids).
• 1+ years as machine operator/maintenance/chemical handler, or 6+ months as membrane operator.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to wear PPE (glasses, gloves, hearing protection, safety shoes, respirator if needed).

Responsibilities

• Observe all EHS rules and participate in safety activities.
• Set up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment.
• Handle and mix chemicals with PPE.
• Enter production data into SAP and logs accurately.
• Move raw materials and finished goods to correct locations.
• Monitor and document quality and adjust processes for specs.
• Troubleshoot to identify root causes and minimize scrap.
• Follow Lock-out/Tag-Out and Confined Space procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment and perform routine tasks.
• Assist in process changes and new product development.

Skills

Safety compliance

EHS awareness

Chemical handling

Membrane tech

Data entry

Forklift

Membrane production

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s Degree in engineering or related

Tools

SAP

Forklift operation

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

As the Electro-Separations Machine Operator, you will:

• Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices; participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits
• Proactively communicate and address safety concerns
• Set-up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment
• Conduct handling and mixing of chemicals according to prescribed formulas and procedures (strong acids, bases, and solvents are used in regular processes). Extensive PPE will be required during this task.
• Enter production data into database, forms, logs, and SAP accurately, clearly, and completely.
• Move raw materials and finished products to proper locations
• Monitor and document raw material and final product quality, including making adjustments to coating processes to assure membrane meets specifications
• Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct root cause of malfunction to minimize scrap
• Follow all life-critical policies and procedures (Lock-out/Tag-Out, Confined Space Entry, Line-Break)
• Contain, label, store, and transfer hazardous waste according to applicable regulations
• Support area cycle counts
• Perform regularly scheduled maintenance and calibration procedures
• Prepare and package membrane
• Assist in process changes and new product development
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Willingness to work with chemicals, including solvents and acids
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a machine operator, maintenance technician, chemical mixer/handler, or military service in a technical background -OR- minimum of 6 months of experience as a membrane operator
• Ability to lift/ handle up to 50 lbs
• Willing to perform preventative maintenance (changing filter, strainers, cleaning)
• Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes, and, on an intermittent basis, respirator protection in the form of a PAPR as well as a chemical resistant suit

Desired Qualifications/Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in engineering, industrial technology, instrumentation, automated systems and robotics, electronics engineering technology, industrial controls and robotics, right skills now for manufacturing, chemistry, or similar technical associates degree
• Familiarity with plumbing/ fluid transfer basics including valve orientation, air bleeding, isolation, and more
• Inventory control experience using SAP or other inventory control program
• Experience troubleshooting a continuous web or paper handling process
• Ability to complete simple shop math calculations (percentages, chemical usage rates, yields, etc.)
• Programmable Logic Control experience
• High attention for detail to ensure safe and accurate chemical mixing
• Knowledge and understanding of web-handling manufacturing
• Trained to operate a fork truck in a manufacturing area
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to learn and understand all policies, practices, and procedures
• Experience working with chemicals

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

To ensure transparency and compliance with employment laws, we provide the following details regarding this position:

Compensation:

• The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $23.00 - Hours Monday through Friday 5:45am to 2:15pm

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.