Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Venia North America is seeking an Operator I to operate and maintain sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal, and testing equipment in an industrial facility to purify water to meet customer specifications and state discharge permit requirements.

The Operator I operates and maintains equipment to purify water to meet customer specifications and state discharge permit requirements.

• Maintain ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities.
• Learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing, quality, and safety requirements.
• Operate equipment such as pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed, sludge processing filters, belt presses, and measuring/control devices, testing equipment, and material handling equipment.
• Utilize waste-water laboratory equipment.
• Use computer programs for process control.

• Spend 100% of the time in an operations environment.
• May work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicles to perform duties.
• Possible Work Hazards:
  May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards, and electrical equipment.

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Some experience in a related position and work environment is preferred.

• Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend English (operational, process, safety, and quality instructions).
• Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities.
• Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required by site.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate forklift and personnel lift.

• Amount of time spent - Standing 35%, Walking 25% for as many as three miles per shift.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces.
• Will be required to use ladders or stairs.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Venia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.