Waste Water Lead Technician - McCain Foods : Job Details

Position Title: Waste Water Lead Technician

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Othello

Grade: Grade 03

Requisition ID: 32292

Summary:

Under the direction of the first level manager Environmental Control Supervisor and the second level manager the Plant Engineering Manager, the successful applicant will become part of the Engineering and Maintenance Team that provides the highest level of equipment reliability to sustain a large potato processing operation. This position is well suited for a results-oriented team player, requiring minimal supervision of daily work activities, excellent communication skills and strong problem solving abilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Strict adherence to all safety-related policies, rules, and regulations, along with the McCain Code of Conduct.

* Operate and maintain all Waste Water Treatment equipment: which includes operation of a Covered Anaerobic Lagoon (CAL), waste collection systems, rotary screens, clarifier, aeration basin, biogas collection and distribution systems, and ancillary equipment.

* Lead the Waste Water Treatment Operators by providing guidance and corrective measures to the biological treatment process.

* Assist Waste Water Treatment Operators and Environmental Control Supervisor in achieving the following goals:

* Efficient operation of the Anaerobic Digestion process

* Identification of potential process upsets and ensure corrective measure are made

* Review all water analysis results from Waste Water Treatment Operators, for accuracy, and approve any adjustments to the process that is required.

* Optimization of biogas generation and distribution of quality gas to the boiler

* Monitoring final effluent quality and distribution to irrigation holding pond

* Maintain records of all laboratory testing performed by WWT Operators

* Includes the ability to perform the testing procedures, math calculations and system adjustments

* Complies with all state regulations that pertain to:

* State of Washington Waste Water Permit

* McCain compliance requirements and recordkeeping

* Adhere to strict safety policies while operating a biological waste water treatment system program, and strict adherence to biogas production safety measures.

* Ability to calibrate Waste Water Treatment laboratory instruments

* Performs maintenance activities, such as waste water treatment equipment cleaning, basic preventative maintenance such as lubrication, inspection of equipment based on McCain required frequencies.

* Actively troubleshoot biological treatment system upsets, with the goal to minimize upsets that can halt the biological treatment activity

* Network with other members of the Maintenance team to ensure they are made aware of necessary repairs and their timeframe for completion.

* Work closely with Production supervision to inform them of corrections needed within the Production process generating waste and system upsets that may interrupt plant production.

* Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, promote Environmental Awareness and energy/water conservation.

KEY QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCES:

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

* Experience related to the waste water treatment biological process

* Demonstrated ability to work on a variety of unrelated projects with a results-focused orientation, to think logically, and to have well developed problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.

* Proficient computer skills in programs such as MS Office

* Familiarity with the use of a structured CMMS, such as SAP PM.

* Ability to report the status of activities, in a written and verbal manner on a daily basis

* Understand and promote sound Preventative and Predictive Maintenance as well as safety around waste water treatment processes.

Salary:

$70,000- $80,000 Non-Exempt

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, exact compensation will be determined based on education/training, skill set, experience, and other organizational needs.

McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including:

* 401k?Retirement Plan

* Health Spending Account/ HRA & Flexible Spending Accounts

* Adoption & Infertility Assistance, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

* Education Reimbursement Assistance

* Apprenticeship, Internship, & Coop support and opportunities

* Employee Family Assistance program

* Paid Time Off

* Holidays

* Life Insurance

* Accidental Death & Dismemberment

* Short & Long Term Disability

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Job Family: Engineering & Technical

Division: NA Potato Manufacturing

Department: Othello Maintenance

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Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.