Wastewater Operator

Pacific Seafood; Westport (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan options

Paid time off

Job summary

Pacific Seafood is seeking a Wastewater Operator I to join the Westport facility. You will assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards, and you will monitor processes, conduct tests, and support senior operators in maintaining efficiency.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1–2 years of related experience; preferred seafood-industry background and forklift/pallet jacks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 1–2 years related wastewater/operator experience.
• Preferred: seafood industry experience.
• Experience with forklifts and pallet jacks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily wastewater operations, monitor equipment, and perform routine tests for regulatory standards.
• Maintain chemical addition systems, sanitation, inspections coordination, and data reporting for compliance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Powered pallet jacks

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Job description

Wastewater Operator

Department: Westport DAF

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Westport

Reporting To: Michael Kinnaman

Compensation: $19.00 / hour

Description

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are a family-owned, excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members’ personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

As Wastewater Operator I, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater operations, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards. You will play a crucial role in monitoring systems, conducting tests, and supporting senior operators in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of our treatment processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Compliance, Wastewater Operation, and Monitoring:

• Assist in the daily operations of wastewater operations, including monitoring equipment and processes
• Perform routine tests and analyses on wastewater samples to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Mix, add, and maintain chemical addition systems and adjust as necessary to maintain operation within specified parameters
• Assist with sanitation and cleaning and other projects to reduce and eliminate down time
• Coordinate and facilitate inspections by regulatory agencies and customers
• Maintain accurate logs, inspection records, and inventory of supplies
• Record operational data and prepare reports for regulatory compliance
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment, ensuring all systems function efficiently
• Provide back-up support for other duties as needed

2. Safety Enforcement and Training:

• Responsible for keeping equipment and surrounding area safe and clean
• Work with maintenance department to fix equipment concerns in a timely manner
• Participate in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge of wastewater treatment processes
• Respond to system alarms, equipment malfunctions, and emergency situation to maintain continuous plant operations
• Learn and monitor all applicable environmental and occupational health and safety requirements to achieve 100% compliance and perform related duties

What you bring to Pacific Seafood

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent
• 1-2 years related experience

Preferred:

• Prior seafood industry experience
• Experience with the safe operation of forklifts and powered pallet jacks

Physical Requirements:

• Must be available to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to watch and react to changing situations, to ensure safety.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to carefully complete tasks and skillful actions, making sure to pay close attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• Capable of working and communicating in loud environments, while focusing on tasks.
• Capable of training in using specialized tools and equipment pertinent to operations.
• Capable of solving simple math equations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions:

• Traditional warehouse and production facility environment
• Large, specialized equipment
• Large moving equipment
• High noise level
• Exposure to cold/freezing temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous material
• Wet environment
• Safety equipment (hair nets, gloves, smock, etc.)
• Well-illuminated environment
• Scents related to the production facility

Benefits

Total compensation

At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days and vacation
• Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.