Flex-N-Gate Corp Veedersburg , IN 47987
Posted 6 days ago
Overview
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Scope of the Position
Summary:
The Wastewater Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the industrial wastewater treatment plant to ensure the safe, efficient, and economical treatment of wastewaters to meet the discharge permit limitations.
Responsibilities
Duties to be Performed:
Must be able to learn and understand wastewater processing equipment to meet all applicable to safety and regulatory requirements and in accordance with design criteria.
Supports emergency and unscheduled work to assure appropriate follow through
Complies with plant safety, quality and risk management programs for operators in accordance with plant policies, procedures, or requirements
Ensures task as assigned on the preventive maintenance program are completed and equipment repairs or replacement such that effluent quality limits are maintained
Performs routine laboratory analysis on the Wastewater Treatment Plant technology and provides support in gathering samples
Provides feedback on appropriate inventory of stored material for use
Must be able to control and clean up spills associated to the process.
Willing to learn forklift operations
Labels all incoming and outgoing chemicals
Completes required inspections and completes/signs Hazardous Waste manifests per DOT and RCRA training
Understands the requirement and use of Personal Protective Equipment
Must have good attendance and solid safety record
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of and ability to apply policies and procedures
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, inspection, and installation of wastewater treatment plant components
Knowledge of the mechanical and chemical processes involved in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant
Knowledge of the occupational hazards in wastewater treatment plants and safety measures to be implemented
Ability to operate and maintain equipment used in the wastewater treatment process
Ability to recognize needed repairs
Ability to perform, analyze, and interpret laboratory tests for the purpose of making operational adjustments
Ability to deal effectively with people at all levels
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language.
Required Training and Experience:
This position requires at least 1-year experience in the operation and maintenance of a Wastewater Treatment Plant. Other combinations of experience and education, which provide the knowledge and skills required to perform the job, may be considered. Desire to work towards Class C Wastewater Certification within 5 years.
To be successful in this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The requirements listed are representative of the ability, skill and /or knowledge required and is not an exhaustive list.
Job Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.
Frequent horizontal reaching
Occasional overhead reaching, bending/squatting, twisting, simple grasping, firm/power gripping, fine manipulation/pinch gripping
Frequent walking and climbing stairs and balancing slippery, narrow walkways (4' above floor level)
Chemical exposure to hazardous materials
Frequent overhead reaching, bending, squatting and standing
Required Personal Protective Equipment: safety glasses, Kevlar or rubber gloves, ear protection, steel-toed shoes/boots, chemical suit and gloves
Near/Far Visual Acuity/ Color Vision / Depth Perception - inspection of product and ability to see others and for safety
Qualifications
Minimum High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
Must be able to properly maintain records and/or reports
Must be able to communicate in English
Benefits
What do our employees have to say?"It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.""Lots of growth opportunity.""The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."Not just a job-a great place to work!Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
Flex-N-Gate Corp