SITE PAINT OPERATOR - WATER TREATMENT

OPmobility SE; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility is seeking a SITE PAINT OPERATOR - WATER TREATMENT to join our 2nd shift. You will monitor chemical feeds, manage water quality testing, and maintain system documentation for wastewater treatment processes.

Ideal candidates have experience in industrial wastewater operations, strong knowledge of pumps, pH control, and safety with 5S practices. This role offers an opportunity to work in a global mobility leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial wastewater treatment or chemical process operations.
• Ability to perform lab testing and interpret water quality data.
• Strong documentation and safety compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical feeds and measure pH in sludge systems.
• Inspect AHUs, record PPCMs, and maintain documentation.
• Maintain chemical inventory and perform pump-related tasks.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Process controls

Lab testing

Safety compliance

Documentation

Tools

Manometers

Chemical pumps

Dewatering equipment

Job description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Contract Details

• Job Title : SITE PAINT OPERATOR - WATER TREATMENT
• Type of contract : Long-term At-will
• Expected Hiring Date : ASAP
• Scope : 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

• System Monitoring & Chemical Control (PP1 & PP2)
  • Inspect all Air Handling Units (AHUs), submit PPCMs, and maintain updated documentation.
  • Perform chemical drawdowns using manometers; record pump settings and feed rates.
  • Monitor and adjust chemical feeds including:
    • Detackifier
    • Flocculant (anionic & cationic)
    • Defoamer
    • Caustic
  • Measure and record pH levels in all sludge systems.
  • Conduct chemical tote and drum changeouts as needed.
  • Weigh and document all incoming chemicals.
  • Organize, manage, and order chemical inventory.
  • Maintain inventory of dewatering bags, filter media, drums, and totes.
• Water Quality Testing & Reporting
  • Collect water samples from all systems and perform and record KPIs including:
    • TSS, TDS, Conductivity, Percent Solids, Aerobic Biological Activity, pH, Bag Collection data
  • Maintain accurate logbooks and display performance metrics.
  • Perform jar testing and adjust chemical feeds based on findings.
  • Monitor system stability to prevent process upsets.
• Sludge & Tank Management
  • Monitor sludge systems (Prime, Basecoat(s), Clearcoat).
  • Inspect tanks for sludge bridging and ensure weirs and floats function properly.
  • Break up and remove bridged sludge as required.
  • Maintain proper tank water levels to optimize sludge collection.
  • Change dewatering bags/hoppers, weigh sludge, and transport to roll-off.
  • Remove floating sludge (weekend duties).
  • Inspect and clean pit depositions and screens.
  • Monitor foam levels and airflow in Palin units.
  • Inspect scraper blades and report damage.
• Equipment Maintenance & Support
  • Calibrate and maintain chemical feed pumps and make-down units.
  • Flush chemical lines and pumps as required.
  • Repair chemical pumps and lines when necessary.
  • Maintain lab equipment and titration supplies.
  • Monitor RO and neutralization systems; notify maintenance of alarms.
  • Maintain 5S standards in RO and Osmosis rooms.
  • Provide troubleshooting support to Maintenance and Engineering.
• Frac Tank & Osmosis Operations
  • Pump water into frac tank as needed and monitor/report levels.
  • Pump out frac containment when required.
  • Complete required paperwork when frac tank is serviced.
  • Clean spills and remove sludge debris from Osmosis and basement areas.
• Washer System Responsibilities
  • Perform and record Stage 1 chemical titrations.
  • Monitor washer soap feed systems and change totes as needed.
  • Record tank temperatures and conductivity across all washer stages.
  • Monitor Stage 5 direct feed halo (weekly).
  • Inspect and record filter differential pressures.
  • Change water bags and maintain washer filter inventory.
  • Monitor discharge pressure and backflow to maintain water balance.
  • Inspect washer tanks for proper cascade, slime, and bacteria.
  • Monitor bacteria levels in all stages.
  • Dose tanks with biocide/bleach before weekend shutdowns.
  • Dose Stage 1 washer soap prior to startup for proper acid concentration.
  • Perform full washer boil-outs during scheduled plant shutdowns (e.g., Christmas/July).
• Weekend & Shutdown Duties
  • Dose systems with biocide as required.
  • Remove floating sludge from tanks.
  • Turn chemical pumps off before weekend downtime and restart after.
  • Perform pit inspections (PP2 – weekend only).

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience in industrial wastewater treatment or chemical process operations preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical feed systems, pumps, and process controls.
• Ability to perform lab testing and interpret water quality data.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift and handle chemical containers and sludge materials.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and 5S standards.
• Able to write and perform basic math functions.
• Able to read and understand graphs and gages
• Must be clean shaven if respiratory qualified
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs without assistance.

At OPmobility, people truly matter.

We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.