Lead Regeneration Operator - Water Technologies

Veolia Environnement SA; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia in Saint Peters, MO, is seeking a Regeneration Operator 3 to manage mobile equipment regeneration, water balance, and team leadership on a 6am-6pm Pittman schedule (3on/2off/2on/3off). You will supervise resin regeneration, wastewater handling, and dock operations, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires experience in resin regeneration, ion exchange, and strong leadership. You will coordinate tasks, mentor staff, and drive KPIs related to volume, hours, production,

Qualifications

• High-quality decisions and analytical thinking to balance safety, quality and productivity.
• Lead shift teams and mentor staff to ensure adherence to procedures and safety.
• Strong understanding of Ion Exchange water treatment technology and resin regeneration processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure shift safety by following protocols, using PPE, and maintaining clean work areas.
• Schedule shifts and monitor regeneration equipment operation.
• Oversee resin unloading/loading and maintenance of water balance across the site.
• Maintain records, generate reports, and ensure compliance with quality control procedures in SAP.
• Lead final quality inspections and coordinate shift change meetings.

Skills

Quality focus

Team leadership

SAP

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Full-time
• Contract type: Standard

Company 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 Tech 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

Job Summary:
The Regeneration Operator 3 position is a multifaceted role responsible for mobile equipment regeneration, facility-wide water management, and team leadership. This role demands advanced proficiency in chemical handling, resin regeneration techniques, wastewater operations, and water balancing across the facility. The operator oversees the entire resin handling process, including unloading and reloading onto various mobile equipment, and supervises resin regenerations, wastewater treatment procedures, and the maintenance of optimal water levels throughout the site. Additionally, Regeneration Operator 3 is expected to act as a backup shift lead, demonstrating strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of all facility functions, such as dock operations, quality control protocols, and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Pittman Schedule: 6am-6pm (3on/2off/2on/3off)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Effective shift safety compliance means following protocols, using PPE, keeping the area clean, and making sure all staff, visitors, and contractors do the same
• Scheduling shifts
• Operating and monitoring regeneration equipment
• Managing resin unloading and loading
• Maintaining equipment parameters during startups and shutdowns
• Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the shift
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Develop standard operating procedures.
• Complete Quality Control documentation in SAP.
• Achieve Ion Exchange Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Contribute to overall KPIs related to:
  • Volume
  • Hours
  • Production
  • Cost
  • Chemical usage
  • Quality (escaping defects)
  • Need to Notify (NTN) notifications
• Collaborates with the maintenance team on plant and fleet maintenance, including NTNs.
• Oversees quality control by mentoring and training shift members on procedures. Regularly checks equipment, resin quality, and process effectiveness, testing pH, conductivity/resistivity, silica, and TDS.
• Maintains and orders critical production chemicals.
• Responsible for daily reporting, checking that all documentation is accurate and work has been performed within specifications.
• Serves as backup production supervisor when required, leading the team, coordinating tasks, making decisions, and meeting shift goals.
• Conduct final quality inspections, encompassing both physical and documentation reviews, prior to shipment to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
• Lead shift change meetings, share EHS moments, and update equipment readiness. Communicate with supervisors and team members, and join team meetings.
• Participate in training and stay updated on industry best practices to contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting and helping implement process enhancements.
• Assign designated equipment to orders based on customer requirements and equipment specifications
• Other duties as assigned

The job description is not designed to capture all the employee’s responsibilities but is intended to capture essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may change over time and may be assigned at any time.

Qualifications

Key Characteristics:

• High-quality decisions:
  • Analyzedata, anticipate outcomes, and balance expertise with experience
  • Makestrong choices that improveefficiency, reducerisk, and supportsuccess while prioritizing safety, quality, and productivity
• Quality Focus:
  • Final quality inspections are performed before shipment to verify all specifications are met, and products are ready for delivery. This process ensures only top-quality items leave our facility, supporting customer satisfaction through consistent reliability
• Managing Conflict:
  • When direct supervision is unavailable, the Regeneration Operator 3 serving as Shift Lead is responsible for resolving team conflicts and must use strong interpersonal and leadership skills to keep the work environment productive and harmonious
• Attention to Detail:
  • Completechecklists, performquality control checks, and followprocedures with attention to detail
• Reliability:
  • Consistent performance and dependability in completing assigned tasks
• Organization:
  • Maintainan orderly production area and a systematic approach to tasks

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• ISO 9001 knowledge
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Suite
• Mechanical and Technical Aptitude
• Advanced knowledge of SAP
• Superbmultitaskingand prioritization skills
• Strong verbal and written Communication skills
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Ability to coach, mentor, and train new employees
• Ability to lead a team in an industrial environment

Education & Experience:

Required

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of experience in a comparable manufacturing and industrial environment involving material and chemical handling
• Safety Tools and Systems experience (Gensuite, LOTO, permitting, emergency response plan)
• Experience in leading a project or initiative
• Experience with an auditing program
• Demonstrate full, comprehensive understanding and execution of facility operations, including dock operations, wastewater management, water balancing, quality control procedures, and resin regeneration processes
• Strong understanding of Ion Exchange water treatment technology

Preferred

• HS Chemistry knowledge
• Certification in basic Field Training course
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Manufacturing safety and OSHA regulations

Working Conditions:

• Work takes place in industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Work takes place in various weather conditions (indoor/outdoor)
• Must be able to perform physical duties such as lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Mustadhere to safety protocols byfollowing all safety protocols