Job Description

Use a SCADA computer system and manual controls to operate and monitor all Waste Water Treatment Plant operations, including, but not limited to:

• Operate valves and gates; start and stop pumps, engines and electric motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes; operate and maintain boilers; perform routine maintenance work on valves, tanks and related equipment and facilities.  Monitor sludge and effluent ponds as required
• Input plant operation data in computer; plot operational trends
• Operate SCADA computer system and related software
• Perform routine plant ground maintenance work including painting and landscape work
• Operate treatment plant vehicles and stationary machinery as required
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses
• Perform advanced journey level assignments including the supervision of subordinate personnel and making independent judgments and decisions involving basic plant operations
• Act as Lead Plant Operator when necessary

Develop and update SOP’s and processes

Train and develop lower level Wastewater Operators

Don proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Help maintain and improve quality and food safety, to insure compliance with company quality standards and USDA regulatory requirements

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate
• Must have combined education and years of experience for Grade III Certification
• Must be literate in Microsoft Applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Truck certification
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision
• Must be able to operate hand and power tools, vehicles and heavy equipment
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights; stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essentials functions
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• 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, catwalks and roofs
• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds
• Must be able to work on wet concrete floors
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and times dictated by production equipment requirements/needs
• Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check

Additional Information

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 employees.

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 employees.