Wastewater Treatment Operator

Atlas Copco North America LLC; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; 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 North America LLC is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator for the New Hudson, MI facility. This 2nd shift role operates the wastewater system and plating line, performs maintenance, and troubleshoots equipment under supervision.

You will report to Production Supervisors and the Plant Manager, ensuring data accuracy, inventory control, and safe material handling in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for hands-on training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with wastewater treatment and metal precipitation processes.
• State certified wastewater certification in neutralization or chemical clarification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data reporting.
• Ability to operate the plating line and wastewater system.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment system (continuous flow & batch) and plating line.
• Run a multi-stage filter press and troubleshoot equipment (pumps, valves, piping, pH probes, flow meters).
• Maintain daily history sheets and related paperwork in internal systems.
• Operate forklift to move materials after training.
• Minimize unplanned stops and maintain production requirements.
• Manage inventory of chemicals and testing supplies.

Skills

Acids and bases

Mechanical knowledge

Excel

Reliability

Team orientation

J-Mark systems

Plating & wastewater chemistry

ISO 14001 knowledge

Forklift operation

Tools

J-Mark wastewater systems

Forklift truck

Job description

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).
• 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.
• 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.