ESEP Machine Operator 1st shift

Water Technologies; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an Electro-Separations Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain membrane production equipment in a chemical-handling environment.

You will enter production data, monitor quality, and perform root-cause troubleshooting to minimize scrap while following strict safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with chemicals, acids and solvents.
• Must have 1 year minimum as machine operator or related role (or 6 months membrane operator).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE.
• Willingness to perform preventative maintenance and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment.
• Enter production data into SAP and logs accurately.
• Move raw materials and finished products to proper locations.
• Monitor and document material and product quality; adjust coating processes as needed.
• Perform troubleshooting to identify root causes and minimize scrap.
• Follow lockout/tagout and other life-critical safety procedures.

Skills

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s Degree in engineering/related field

Tools

SAP

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Forklift operation

Job description

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:

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 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:

• $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.

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