Wastewater Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

MSC is seeking an experienced Wastewater Operator to oversee the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of our industrial wastewater treatment and pretreatment systems.

This position leads daily wastewater operations, including process control, chemical feed, sampling and laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, recordkeeping, and emergency response. The Wastewater Operator works closely with the Operator of Responsible Charge (ORC), Plant Management, Environmental/Quality, Maintenance, and Production .

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead daily wastewater treatment operations, including start-up, shutdown, process adjustments, flow control, and chemical feed.
• Monitor pH, flow, treatment conditions, equipment, alarms, and effluent quality; identify trends and take corrective action.
• Perform or oversee required wastewater sampling, pH testing, and zinc analysis using atomic absorption spectroscopy or an approved method.
• Maintain and troubleshoot pumps, valves, piping, sensors, flow meters, instrumentation, and related equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and equipment outages with Maintenance and Production.
• Manage treatment chemical inventory, deliveries, storage, labeling, and safe handling.
• Maintain accurate operating, laboratory, maintenance, and compliance records.
• Support environmental reporting, inspections, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Respond to spills, equipment failures, treatment upsets, alarms, and other emergency conditions.
• Stop or limit wastewater flow or discharge when necessary to protect employees, the environment, or permit compliance, and immediately notify the ORC and management.
• Provide daily direction, coaching, and work assignments to wastewater personnel.
• Work with Production to manage wastewater loading and process changes that may affect treatment performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, compliance, reliability, chemical efficiency, and operating costs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of industrial wastewater, pretreatment, environmental operations, or related experience.
• At least 1 year of lead, supervisory, or team-coordination experience.
• Working knowledge of pH adjustment, chemical feed, metals removal, pumps, valves, flow control, sampling, laboratory testing, and process troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow environmental permits, operating procedures, SDS requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and computer skills.

Required Certifications & Training

• Current wastewater operator certification, industrial pretreatment credential, or other certification required by the facility permit and applicable Indiana requirements, or ability to obtain the required credential within the company-established timeframe.
• Required safety training, including chemical safety, Hazard Communication, LOTO, spill response, emergency procedures, and PPE.
• Valid driver's license if required for assigned duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical coursework in wastewater treatment, environmental science, chemistry, industrial technology, maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience with industrial metals treatment, zinc analysis, environmental reporting, maintenance systems, or root-cause/corrective-action processes.
• Experience working in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Physical & Work Environment

Work is performed in an industrial wastewater treatment environment with potential exposure to chemicals, wet surfaces, odors, noise, temperature changes, moving equipment, and outdoor conditions.

The position requires standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, bending, reaching, using hand tools, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds with assistance when required . Required PPE and procedures apply, including those for chemical handling, respirators, confined spaces, and fall protection.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This description outlines the general nature of the position and is not intended to include every duty or qualification. MSC may modify responsibilities based on operational, regulatory, organizational, or business needs.

*MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS 1ST, 2ND, &3RD**

Overview

Operate and maintain wastewater treatment systems, lab, and final inspection to protect water quality and support reliable plant operations.

The position plays an important part in supporting product quality, environmental and regulatory compliance, and consistent production processes through testing, inspection, monitoring, and accurate documentation.

Duties

Laboratory Technician: Perform routine laboratory testing on raw materials and finished products.
Record and share analytical results accurately and clearly.
Final Product Inspector: Inspect finished products to help confirm they meet quality specifications and customer requirements. Complete visual inspections and dimensional or physical testing as required. Document inspection results and help identify materials that may require review or follow-up.
Operate and monitor wastewater treatment equipment, pumps, and water treatment systems; respond to operating issues.
Collect and record process data, and report irregular readings or equipment concerns.
Follow safety regulations, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and support environmental compliance.
Qualifications

Wastewater treatment plant experience and knowledge of wastewater treatment, wastewater systems, water treatment, water systems, or water utility distribution are relevant.
· High school diploma, GED, is required.
Experience in laboratory testing, inspection, or manufacturing quality is helpful but not required.
Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate documentation with training and support.
Effective communication skills and a willingness to ask questions, share updates, and work with others.
Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting, or a willingness to learn the required systems.
Attention to detail and an interest in learning how to identify and help resolve problems.
Willingness and ability to rotate shifts to support department coverage needs.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and will be provided.
This role involves standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting materials up to 40 lbs., and working safely around industrial equipment.
Work may include exposure to chemicals and manufacturing processes; appropriate PPE and training will be supplied.
*MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS 1ST, 2ND,&3RD**
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person

Company Description

*MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS 1ST, 2ND, &3RD**\n\nOverview\n\nOperate and maintain wastewater treatment systems, lab, and final inspection to protect water quality and support reliable plant operations.\n\nThe position plays an important part in supporting product quality, environmental and regulatory compliance, and consistent production processes through testing, inspection, monitoring, and accurate documentation.\n\nDuties\n\nLaboratory Technician: Perform routine laboratory testing on raw materials and finished products.\nRecord and share analytical results accurately and clearly.\nFinal Product Inspector: Inspect finished products to help confirm they meet quality specifications and customer requirements. Complete visual inspections and dimensional or physical testing as required. Document inspection results and help identify materials that may require review or follow-up.\nOperate and monitor wastewater treatment equipment, pumps, and water treatment systems; respond to operating issues.\nCollect and record process data, and report irregular readings or equipment concerns.\nFollow safety regulations, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and support environmental compliance.\nQualifications\n\nWastewater treatment plant experience and knowledge of wastewater treatment, wastewater systems, water treatment, water systems, or water utility distribution are relevant.\n· High school diploma, GED, is required.\nExperience in laboratory testing, inspection, or manufacturing quality is helpful but not required.\nAbility to follow procedures and maintain accurate documentation with training and support.\nEffective communication skills and a willingness to ask questions, share updates, and work with others.\nBasic computer skills for data entry and reporting, or a willingness to learn the required systems.\nAttention to detail and an interest in learning how to identify and help resolve problems.\nWillingness and ability to rotate shifts to support department coverage needs.\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\n\nPersonal protective equipment (PPE) is required and will be provided.\nThis role involves standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting materials up to 40 lbs., and working safely around industrial equipment.\nWork may include exposure to chemicals and manufacturing processes; appropriate PPE and training will be supplied.\n*MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS 1ST, 2ND,&3RD**\nBenefits:\n\n\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person