Waste Water Operator; Alternating Dupont

Westlake, LA, United States

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Your Role at KIK

Join our team as a Powder B Operator where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the successful operations of our facility. You’ll be a key contributor to the success of our plant. Bring your expertise to a dynamic environment that values efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

The Wastewater treatment operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the wastewater treatment plant to meet all internal and regulatory limits.

• Operate DCS console to control plant process equipment, filter press, belt press while making necessary equipment adjustments to manual valves, pumps, etc. including monitoring treatment process per instructions, policies and procedures.
• Respond to process changes, alarms, sample results and equipment observations to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory limits and requirements.
• Collect samples for internal analysis and transfer to outside laboratories for regulatory compliance monitoring.
• Collect and record process data and maintain log, reading sheets, and electronic records.
• Analyze and perform documented in‑house laboratory test for regulatory sampling and internal process samples using established test procedures.
• Operate forklifts unloading, loading, and handling tote tanks of polymer, drums of antifoam and other materials.
• Be responsible for the safety of self, teammates, and immediate surroundings.
• Unload treatment chemicals including sodium bisulfite, hydrochloric acid, caustic, and hydrogen peroxide from tank trucks.
• Operate equipment per daily instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties and other duties/assignments as directed by supervisor.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required, and 2 years’ experience in wastewater.
• Ability to safely wear respiratory protective equipment for extended periods while performing assigned job duties.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and respond to call‑outs as required to support continuous manufacturing operations.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and complete production records.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, established procedures, work rules, and company standards.
• Must successfully pass all pre‑employment requirements, including a physical examination, functional capacity assessment, and drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity levels, and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.

What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. This position has a base starting hourly rate of $33.25 per hour. The actual rate may vary based on relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/or office location.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affinitiative employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.