Environmental Operator

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven. Position Summary Our Hartwell, Georgia, factory measures an impressive 500,000 square feet. It represents our most versatile facility to date, enabling us to switch product lines with greater speed and efficiency. Together, we take immense pride in producing and distributing the brands that our customers trust and that bring joy to pets' lives. In addition to offering excellent career opportunities to over 1,100 associates, we actively demonstrate our commitment to the community. We support local pet shelters and rescue efforts, as well as engage in education and hunger relief programs, ensuring that we make a positive impact beyond our factory walls. We also are doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. The Waste Water Pretreatment Plant Operator is responsible for the Safety, Operation, Housekeeping, and Maintenance of the pretreatment plant. This includes managing the Screen room, Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) unit, Truck Bay, Pump room, Odor control, MCC, Retort Pond, all WWTP outdoor areas, Tote cleaning, Chemical skids and Tank levels, Tank farm, and Blower room. The operator ensures the safe and efficient treatment of wastewater, compliance with environmental regulations, and the maintenance of plant equipment and facilities. Job Responsibilities: Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment to ensure optimal performance. Maintain accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance records, and compliance reports. Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Respond promptly to any safety incidents or emergencies, following established protocols and reporting procedures. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pretreatment plant and surrounding areas. Ensure proper disposal of waste materials and adherence to environmental regulations. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental regulations. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent OR 5 years’ experience in waste water management 2+ years of experience in wastewater treatment plant operations Other: Candidate will acquire Class III Wastewater Operator License within one year of hire Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration. Pay: $33.83 per hour Bonus Eligibility: Yes The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at . Job Requisition: 417408