Regeneration Operator

Suez Water Technologies & Solutions; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Group's Water Technology team is hiring a Regeneration Operator 1 to oversee regenerating mobile resin equipment, unload/load resins, and perform quality checks. You will complete checklists and keep precise records to verify operation and report issues promptly to maintenance leads.

You will monitor equipment parameters, support ISO 9001 compliance, and participate in safety trainings. This role requires attention to detail, strong documentation, and a proactive approach to continuous

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing environments with material handling.
• 1 year of lab testing/analytics experience.
• Basic chemical handling experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and submit Great Catch Reports.
• Operate and monitor regeneration equipment with resin loading/unloading.
• Perform QC checks on resin quality and process effectiveness.
• Document operations and testing for ISO 9001 compliance.
• Report equipment issues to Lead or Maintenance promptly.
• Update shift production logs and participate in meetings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and attend safety trainings.
• Handle hazardous chemicals per EHS protocols.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Google Workspaces

Mechanical aptitude

Education

HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Forklift

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

Job Summary
Regeneration Operator 1 oversees the entire process of regenerating mobile equipment, which includes unloading and reloading resins onto different types of equipment. Throughout this procedure, the operator performs quality control checks to ensure optimal performance. Regeneration Operator 1 is responsible for completing all required checklists and documentation to verify that the equipment functions correctly. This role demands careful attention to monitoring equipment performance, calibrations, maintaining accurate records, and promptly reporting any operational issues to the maintenance team, lead, or supervisor.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining and promoting a safe work environment and culture, and submitting Great Catch Reports as part of the EHS Initiative.
• Operating and monitoring regeneration equipment, handling resin unloading and loading processes, and maintaining proper equipment parameters during startups and shutdowns.
• Quality control is a key focus, requiring regular checks of equipment specifications, resin quality, and process effectiveness, specifically testing pH, conductivity/resistivity, silica, and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) using hand meters and other analytical instruments.
• Diligent documentation of all operational activities and recording specifications and testing on Quality Control documents for ISO 9001 compliance, and reporting equipment issues by notifying Lead or Maintenance team of issues.
• Strong communication with supervisors and team members, updating shift production logs, and participating in meetings.
• Contribution to continuous improvement by suggesting process enhancements.
• Attend assigned safety and other training to stay current with industry standards.
• Offloading hazardous chemicals or waste in accordance with established EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) protocols.
• 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.

Who You Are

• Action-oriented
• A critical thinker
• Detail-oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Consistent
• Quality-focused
• Committedto following and maintaining protocols
• Safety-conscious

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills
• Strong documentation skills
• Excellent problem-solvingskills
• Superb organizational skills
• Great troubleshooting skillsProficiency in Google Workspaces
• Exceptionalmechanical aptitude

Education & Experience

Required

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in comparable manufacturing environments involving material handling
• 1 year of experience with lab testing/sampling techniques and analytics
• Basic chemical handling experience

Preferred

• HS basic Chemistry knowledge (highly desired)
• Forklift certified
• 1 year of experience in plumbing, pump, or mechanical repair
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Warehouse safety and OSHA regulations experience
• Yard Mule experience
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) experience
• SAP experience

Working Conditions

• The work environment takes place in industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Work takes place in various weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors
• Must have the ability toperform manual tasks associated with loading and unloading resins, along with climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Travel for installation and repair, whenneeded, is required
• May be required to operatea forklift, as needed
• Must follow and maintain strict EHS protocols, be able to useappropriate PPE, and maintain a clean work environment
• Must have the ability to work holidays and weekends, as needed, based on business demand

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. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

Compensation

The hourly rate of $22.00 - $24.50 is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We also offer

• Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!
• Training in valuable skills
• Opportunity for new challenges. We're growing!
• Strong leadership team!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the 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.