Foster Farms Farmerville , LA 71241
Posted 2 weeks ago
Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. Our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our valued TEAM Members will shine through in everything we do.
Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms TEAM. We offer the experience of a large organization but operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage TEAM Members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups.
This role is responsible for the daily operations of an industrial Wastewater plant to include all ancillary equipment, and chemical treatment systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain wastewater treatment system to regulate flow and processing of water in accordance with the facilities LPDES Industrial Wastewater discharge permit.
Analyze data and samples to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Diagnoses and repair various pumps, drive units, reducers, pneumatic valves, solenoid valves associated with plant equipment.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service; plan and lay out repair work using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams.
Must have a understanding of total suspended solids (TSS), turbidity, pH, sedimentation, general chemistry reactions and coagulation in order to determine and perform operational adjustments as required.
Calibrates pH probes and documents results in required logbook. Assists in calibration of any wastewater plant system mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment associated with the plant operations.
Clearly communicates any malfunctions or operational problems with Wastewater Superintendent and/or Complex Plant Manager.
Maintains accurate and complete records and logs of all plant operations.
Completes daily shift log entries pertaining to daily activities.
Daily tracking of chemical inventories, spare parts inventory, and waste disposal activities.
Understanding and commitment to safety.
Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance activities as assigned.
Perform daily shift housekeeping duties, and complete and maintain work records in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Required:
HS Diploma or GED
2 years' experience operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment.
Wastewater and /or Water Operator Certification preferred.
Must be able to work Swing, night, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed.
Requirements:
Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check
Must have the ability to read, write, compile, and analyze data and reports daily
Strong mechanical ability and aptitude required
Must be able to work safely.
Ability and desire to work in a "team mentality".
Must follow company GMP and Food Safety procedure
Must follow company attendance policies and procedures
Must be literate in Microsoft Applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Must be able to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essentials functions
Must be trained in lock-out tag-out and safe work practices
Must be able to bend, stoop walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to climb and work from ladders and in confined spaces safely
Must be able to work from high altitudes, tank catwalks
Must be able to lift over 50 pounds
Must be able to work on wet concrete floors
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new TEAM Members.
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