Swing Shift Wastewater Operator — Food Plant Compliance

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on DAY

Company paid STD/LTD/Life Insurance on

Vacation & Sick Leave

401(k) with company match up to 4.5%

Wellness reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Product discounts

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a Wastewater Technician for swing shift 2:00pm–10:30pm. The role maintains wastewater equipment, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports plant operations.

Starting pay is $29/hour with a $0.50 shift differential. Benefits include medical, dental, vision from day one, company-paid insurance, vacation and sick time, and a 401(k) with company matching; a safety-conscious, collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with plumbing, water service, electrical, and engineering principles.
• Working knowledge of pumps and motors.
• Ability to perform inspections, testing, and repair of wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of Lockout-Tagout, fire safety, confined space entry practices and respirator program.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret process and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to use a computerized maintenance system (CMMS).

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater system within permit limits set by regulatory agencies.
• Lead the company’s compliance program while partnering with maintenance and operations teams to ensure environmental requirements are met.
• Maintain the wastewater treatment system and surrounding areas within food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Operate pretreatment equipment ensuring discharge water quality meets permit limits.
• Ensure proper chemical treatment and dosing for water quality.
• Order pretreatment chemicals and track inventory weekly.
• Conduct inspections and corrective actions to keep plant clean and sanitary.
• Ensure pumps/sumps tied to wastewater system are clean, inspected, and logs are maintained.

Skills

Plumbing & electrical familiarity

Pumps & motors knowledge

Inspections & repairs

LOTO & safety procedures

Reading drawings & specs

MS Office & CMMS proficiency

Education

Wastewater Treatment-B or higher

Water Distribution Level II (DSI II)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

CMMS

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a Wastewater Technician for swing shift 2:00pm–10:30pm. The role maintains wastewater equipment, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports plant operations.

Starting pay is $29/hour with a $0.50 shift differential. Benefits include medical, dental, vision from day one, company-paid insurance, vacation and sick time, and a 401(k) with company matching; a safety-conscious, collaborative team culture.