Wastewater Treatment Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a large and well-established food manufacturing organization with multiple production facilities across the United States, is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Manager to lead the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of a critical water treatment system supporting a major manufacturing complex.

This position offers an opportunity to play a highly visible role in maintaining water quality, environmental compliance, operational reliability, and team leadership within a complex industrial environment. The successful candidate will oversee water treatment operations, well systems, regulatory compliance, and operator development while ensuring uninterrupted support of plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

• Direct and oversee all Water Treatment Plant and associated well operations.
• Ensure optimal water treatment quality and system performance to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage preventative maintenance programs, repairs, equipment reliability, chemical inventories, and spare parts.
• Maintain all treatment equipment, pumps, wells, and supporting infrastructure.

Compliance & Environmental Stewardship

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate operational records, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate reporting requirements related to water usage, permitting, and environmental compliance.
• Partner with Environmental and Wastewater leadership to support company sustainability initiatives.

Process Improvement

• Analyze operational data, system performance metrics, and treatment results.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, water quality, and cost performance.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and support Water Treatment Operators and related personnel.
• Lead employee training, scheduling, performance management, and professional development activities.
• Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, operational excellence, and teamwork.
• Ensure team members have the tools, equipment, and resources necessary to perform safely and effectively.

Safety

• Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure adherence to all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and safety reviews of equipment and operating procedures.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of Water Treatment and/or Wastewater operations experience.
• Current Water Treatment License with required endorsements.
• Strong understanding of water treatment systems, wells, pumps, chemical treatment programs, and utility operations.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in food processing, manufacturing, agricultural, or industrial operations.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring operators and technicians.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and environmental reporting programs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a stable, growing, family-owned organization with a strong reputation and long-term commitment to its employees.
• Play a critical leadership role supporting essential operations across a large manufacturing complex.
• Competitive compensation package with strong benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities within a multi-site organization.
• Collaborative culture focused on employee development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Programs
• Profit Sharing Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

Company Description

Great Company culture

Company Description

Great Company culture