Wastewater Technician

Ajasianfoods; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical on day one

Dental on day one

Vision on day one

Company 401(k) matching

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America is seeking a Swing Shift Wastewater Technician for our Portland, OR facility. You will operate and maintain the wastewater system, ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting plant efficiency and safety.

Responsibilities include keeping systems within permit limits, maintaining equipment, ordering chemicals, and assisting with inspections. Starts at $29/hour with a $0.50 shift differential; benefits start on day one and include vacation, medical coverage, and a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial wastewater operations.
• Knowledge of regulatory permit requirements for wastewater systems.
• Experience with chemical and mechanical wastewater treatment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater system within permit limits.
• Maintain wastewater treatment system and surrounding areas for safety and compliance.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain pumps, valves, and controls.
• Order pretreatment chemicals and track inventory weekly.
• Ensure proper chemical handling and water quality.
• Assist in inspections and corrective actions for plant cleanliness.

Skills

Pumps and motors

Wastewater systems

Regulatory compliance

Safety procedures

Microsoft Office

Maintenance systems

Lockout-Tagout

Education

High School diploma or GED

Wastewater Operator Certification B or higher

Water Distribution Level II

Tools

Computerized maintenance system

Job description

Position Summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all.

We are looking for a Swing Shift Wastewater Technician to join our team in the Portland area. The Wastewater Technician will be responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operation and maintenance repair tasksfor waste water equipment including, pump, motors, valves, chemical feed systems, piping, boiler roomand control panels in order to ensure plant processing and efficiency is sustained and regulatorycompliance is met.

Schedules are typically Monday - Friday, 10:00pm - 6:30am

Starting pay is $29/hour + $0.50 shift differential

If you choose to work with us, you will be an integral part of a team with a rich and diverse culture that learns, grows, and succeeds together. You will also have access to some amazing benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate the waste water system within permit limits set by the applicable regulatory agencies
• Lead the company’s compliance program while partnering with members of the maintenance andoperations team to ensure environmental requirements are being met
• Maintain the waste water treatment system and surrounding areas within food safety andregulatory agency compliance
• Operate the waste water pretreatment equipment ensuring discharge water quality is within all permit limits set by the start and company
• Ensure proper treatment and dispensing of chemicals to maintain acceptable water quality
• Order pretreatment chemicals and parts for waste water pretreatment system. Track inventory ofchemicals on a weekly basis
• Conduct and document the necessary inspections and corrective action in order to maintain theplant clean and sanitary
• Ensure pumps/sumps tied to wastewater system are clean, inspected, locked, maintained andlogs are reviewed and properly managed
• Ensure monitoring compliance with regulatory agencies
• Ensures outside drivers loading out sludge, food scrap, waste water, and recovered oil followappropriate procedures.
• Collects paperwork and submits timely
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, float switches, ph probes, etc.
• Repair and replace equipment as needed.
• Control inventory of critical spare parts and track min/max of parts
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Will also manage the backup waste water position

Employee Safety Responsibilities

• Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift)
• Use personal assistance (buddy)
• Use handrails
• Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Position Qualifications

• Familiarity with plumbing of water serviced electrical and engineering principles
• Working knowledge of pumps and motors
• Ability to perform inspections, testing and repair of waste processing systems
• Knowledge of Lockout-Tagout, are flash, confined space entry practices and procedures andability to participate in our respiratory protection program
• Ability to evaluate and interpret process and engineering related drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to use a computerized maintenance system.

Education, Certifications and Experience

An equivalent combination of experience and education will also be considered.

Education: High School or GED

Experience: 2+ years of experience in industrial waste water operations, to includeexperience and familiarity with chemical and mechanical waste treatmenttechniques, systems and technologies

Certifications: Wastewater operator must possess or acquire Wastewater Treatment-B or higher certification within 1 year of hire and Water Distribution Level II (DSI II)

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