Wastewater Treatment Operator

Atlas Copco Group Co.,Ltd; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust and accountability

Lifelong learning and career growth

Innovation powered by people

Comprehensive compensation andBenefits

Health and well-being

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group Co.,Ltd is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator for our New Hudson, United States facility. You will operate the wastewater treatment system and the mechanical plating line, perform routine machine maintenance, and troubleshoot issues on a 2nd shift (2pm–10:30pm) with support from Production Supervisors and the Manager.

This role involves daily chemical handling, maintaining accurate history records, and safe forklift operation after training.

Qualifications

• Experience with wastewater treatment systems and metal precipitation processes.
• Familiarity with plating processes and chemical handling.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment system (continuous flow & batch).
• Operate mechanical plating line; receive plating operator training.
• Charge treatment chemicals daily and manage inventory of chemicals.
• Run and troubleshoot pumps, valves, piping, pH probes, flow meters.
• Maintain daily history sheets and related paperwork.
• Operate forklift after training and move materials safely.
• Minimize unplanned stops and meet production requirements.

Skills

Acids and bases knowledge

Mechanical and chemical knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Reliability and teamwork

Wastewater experience

Plating line operation

State certified wastewater certificate

ISO 14001 knowledge

J-Mark wastewater treatment systems

Tools

J-Mark wastewater treatment systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Wastewater Treatment Operator will operate the wastewater treatment system, operate the mechanical plating line, machine maintenance, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. Operators are expected to run the wastewater treatment system and plating line. You will report to the Production Supervisors and Manager.

Your role

The Wastewater Treatment Operator will operate the wastewater treatment system, operate the mechanical plating line, machine maintenance, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. Operators are expected to run the wastewater treatment system and plating line. You will report to the Production Supervisors and Manager.

This is a 2nd shift opportunity: 2pm-10:30pm

• You will operate a wastewater treatment system (Continuous Flow & Batch Treatment).
• Charge treatment chemicals daily.
• You will operate a multi-stage filter press.
• Operate the plating line - will be trained as a plating operator.
• Troubleshoot and repair specialized equipment: pumps, valves, piping, pH probes, flow meters, etc.
• Work with the plating line to maximize production.
• Ensure the daily history sheets, and all other related paperwork are filled out correctly, making sure all data is recorded, using proper forms and internal systems.
• Operate the forklift truck - once trained and transfer raw/finished materials around the production area safely.
• Reduce unplanned stops and maintain production requirements.
• Responsible for the inventory management of important department materials (i.e. chemicals, testing supplies, etc.).

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Knowledge of both Acids and Bases. (pH precipitation of several metals)
• Mechanical and chemical knowledge. Can demonstrate some level of mechanical/chemical experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel (can maintain spreadsheets)).
• Extremely reliable and team-oriented
• Previous wastewater experience, especially in the field of metal precipitation.
• Plating line operation experience.
• State certified wastewater certification in neutralization or chemical clarification.
• Familiarity with J-Mark wastewater treatment systems.
• Understanding of the chemistry of the plating process and wastewater treatment process.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

Your job location for this role will be at our advanced manufacturing facility in New Hudson, United States (US). You will be part of a highly skilled team, benefiting from hands-on collaboration and access to cutting-edge machinery and technology.