Lead Industrial Wastewater Operator

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled
Lead Industrial Wastewater & Water Purification System Operator to take complete ownership of an advanced water treatment facility. In this role, you will operate with autonomy, managing both complex high-purity water filtration systems and physical/chemical systems for production wastestreams. You will serve as the tactical decision-maker for our Ultrafiltration (UF), Reverse Osmosis (RO), and Continuous Electrode ionization (CEDI) units, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance without daily supervision.

This position has growth opportunity as the supervisor of the future operations team we are building at this site.

We are offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for the successful candidate.

Industry: Human Health Products Manufacturing

Site

Location:

Florence, KY, commuter distance from Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky cities

Shift Requirements: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday
. Autonomous scheduling with emergency response requirements

• Drive Advanced Water Systems
  :
  Independently operate, monitor, and optimize high-purity water generation assets, including Ultrafiltration (UF) loops, Reverse Osmosis (RO) membranes, and Continuous Electrode ionization (CEDI) stacks.
• Manage Effluent Streams:
  Oversee daily treatment of chemical sanitizers, high-purity rinses, and specialized manufacturing waste.
• Ensure Compliance:
  Maintain strict adherence to Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (KEEC) standards, Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMR), and local pre-treatment permits
  .
• Analyze & Adjust:
  Perform regular water quality testing (pH, conductivity, TOC, BOD, TSS) and autonomously modify system parameters based on real-time data.
• Maintain & Troubleshoot Equipment:
  Diagnose,
  service
  , and perform clean-in-place (CIP) protocols on membranes, chemical feed systems, pumps, and SCADA control packages without direct oversight.
• Own Documentation:
  Log precise operational data, track chemical inventories, and prepare audit-ready state compliance records.

• Technical Expertise:
  Deep hands-on knowledge operating and troubleshooting UF membranes, RO units, and CEDI systems within a regulated environment.
• Autonomy: 3+ years of progressive experience working independently in an industrial manufacturing setting (pharmaceutical, chemical, beauty products, or food/beverage preferred).
• Problem Solving:
  Proven ability to diagnose mechanical deviations or chemical imbalances and implement immediate, compliant fixes.
• Physical Readiness:
  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and safely handle facility treatment and sanitation chemicals.

• Competitive hourly wage, starting between $30 to $40 per hour based on qualifications
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement contribution. Employee tier plans are paid for by the company.
• High degree of operational trust and professional independence.
• Paid continuing education.

Pro Chem Water is a custom-tailored water treatment solutions provider. We serve heavy industrial manufacturing facilities in the U.S. by providing innovative solutions that are designed specifically to meet their unique needs. Learn more about Pro Chem at

Pro Chem's mission is to advance our customers' water treatment strategies through innovative treatment solutions supported by a comprehensive set of services, while adhering to industry safety, environmental, and ISO standards. Our number one operating priority is to protect people and the environment. The Pro Chem team consists of chemists, engineers, technicians, and other professionals who dedicate their careers to preserving water quality and availability.

Join a team that is engineering customer satisfaction.

Pro Chem is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, genetic information, status covered as veteran, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, political affiliation, or any other protected status with applicable federal, state, and local laws..

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