Machine Operator I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Veolia is hiring a Membrane Fabricator Machine Operator in Minnesota. You will operate state-of-the-art membrane coating equipment, perform chemical mixing, quality checks, and data entry in SAP.

The role features 12-hour shifts on a rotating week schedule and emphasizes safety and continuous improvement. Requirements include 1 year of related machine operation experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work with chemicals and overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine operation or related fields.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work with chemicals and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment.
• Mix chemicals per formulas; monitor safety and quality.
• Enter production data into SAP and logs.
• Perform calibration, maintenance, and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Machine operation

Maintenance technician

Chemical mixing

Forklift operations

Safety compliance

SAP experience

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

FTIR

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

Viscometer

Conductivity meter

Job description

Company Description

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents withnearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Groupdesigns and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resourceregeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Withinthis framework,Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team ofexperienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related towater scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create amore sustainable future.

Job Description

As the Membrane Fabricator Machine Operator, you will operate state-of-the-art membrane coatingequipment, including chemical mixing, quality checks, troubleshooting, and packaging.You will perform quality workmanship and keep scheduled deadlines to meet customerexpectations. You will work shifts that are 12-hours long on a rotating week schedule.

• Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, includinghousekeeping 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 andprocedures (strong acids, bases, and solvents are used in regular process)
• 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 makingadjustments tocoating processes to assure membrane meets specifications, andperform and document cell tests on membrane
• Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct root cause of malfunction tominimize scrap
• Follow all life-critical policies and procedures (Lock-out/Tag-Out, Confined SpaceEntry, Line-Break)
• Contain, label, store, and transfer hazardous waste according to applicableregulations
• May be required to unload and test bulk chemical tankers
• Support area cycle counts, inventory control, SAP transactions
• Perform regularly scheduled maintenance and calibration procedures
• Prepare and package membrane samples
• Assist in process changes and new product development
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year (12-months) of experience as a machine operator,maintenance technician, chemical mixer/handler, or military service in a technicalbackground
• Ability to lift/ handle up to 50 lbs

Eligibility Requirements:

• Willingness to work with chemicals, including solvents and acids
• Ability to work overtime
• 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, respiratorprotection in the form of a PAPR
• Willingness to be trained and practice forklift operations, LOTO operations,confined space operations (HVAC HEPA Filter Changes)

Desired Qualifications/Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree in engineering, industrial technology, instrumentation,automated systems androbotics, electronics engineering technology, industrialcontrols and robotics, right skills now for manufacturing, chemistry, or similartechnical associatesdegree
• Familiarity with plumbing/fluid transfer basics including valve orientation, airbleeding, isolation,andmore
• 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 usagerates, yields, etc.)
• Experience using lab equipment such as FTIR (Fourier transform infraredspectroscopy), UV-Vis (ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy), Karl Fisher, viscometer,conductivity meter, micrometer, or othersimilar lab equipment
• 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 understands all policies, practices, and procedures
• Experience working with chemicals

Additional Information

Why Veolia?

• Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.
• You’ll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability?

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.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. $23 per hour with a $3 shift differential

Hours Sunday through Thursday 9:45pm to 6:15am

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

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.