Wastewater Treatment Technician - 2nd Shift

Transfers, treats and neutralizes industrial wastewater. Operates all waste treatment equipment to ensure all waste streams are in compliance with established government and company limits at all times. Responsible for maintaining a safe work area and safe work practices.

* Operates and controls all waste treatment processes and equipment by operating computer assisted controls, pumping, mixing, opening and closing valves, and scooping, dumping and shoveling and manipulating chemical containers.

* Neutralizes all waste streams generated throughout the Company in accordance with established procedures.

* Ensures that all discharge streams are in compliance with established government and Company limits.

* Plans and regulates the change of hazardous waste bins and containers.

* Assists the laboratory personnel in the process of materials, as required.

* Maintains chemical supplies and inventories.

* Performs daily preventative maintenance of equipment in adherence with a predefined schedule. Proactive approach to potential obstacle and/or challenges that may arise in the manufacturing area.

* Containing and cleaning spills, leaks and other issues that may arise during the chemical treatment/wastewater treatment process.

* Maintains a clean work environment (including assigned storage and cleaning duties) in full compliance with company standards, customer and government regulations.

* Assists in the development and maintenance of a business culture, which supports the Company's overall business objectives and goals, including issues that involve "cost, quality, process, schedule and people".

* Ensures the company's commitment to maintain a safe workplace and to protect the environment through the establishment and support of Company policy and adherence to various government regulations.

* Fully complies with the "GKN Aerospace, Inc. Policy Statement on Contracting with the United States Government" in all areas of responsibility involving direct and indirect contracting with the United States Government.

* Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
* High School diploma or GED equivalent.
* 3+ years of experience working with hazardous materials and/or chemicals.
* 1+ Years of experience working in a waste water treatment
* Must have the ability to be certified to operate forklift.
Preferred Qualifications:

* GKN Experience
* HAZWoper certification
* Sense of urgency and proactive mindset
* Must be willing to work in a repetitive production environment with concern for meeting cost, quality and schedule requirements.
* The ability to work as a team player as well as independently is required.
* Mandatory overtime will be required for this position. This may include weekend mornings.

Mental and Physical Demands

* Basic Math skills
* Good vision with correction
* Ability to stand for long periods of time
* Lift up to 50 pounds
* Withstand loud noise of a machine shop environment
* Must be able to wear air purification respirator (APR) and full chemical protective suit.

The compensation range for this role is between $24.00 - $25.00 per hour.