Wastewater Operator: Growth Path & On-Call Flex

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Crete (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator to operate critical treatment equipment and monitor process data to ensure compliant, efficient water treatment.

You will collect samples, perform analyses, and help prepare reports that support our environmental goals. The role requires a High School diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience, plus Class I Wastewater and Class I Water licenses (or ability to obtain within designated timelines).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Class I Wastewater License (or able to acquire within 3 years).
• Class I Water License (or able to acquire within 2 years).
• Accustomed to long hours, weekends, and on‑call status.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment equipment and monitor process data.
• Collect samples, perform lab work, and generate process reports.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years relevant experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator to operate critical treatment equipment and monitor process data to ensure compliant, efficient water treatment.

You will collect samples, perform analyses, and help prepare reports that support our environmental goals. The role requires a High School diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience, plus Class I Wastewater and Class I Water licenses (or ability to obtain within designated timelines).