Golden State Foods

Pre-Treatment Wastewater Plant Technician - Days - KanPak - Penn Yan

Location US-NY-Penn Yan
Job ID
2024-19099
Category
Engineering

Overview

 
KanPak® is your ultimate resource for beverages and desserts. From juices to coffee drinks to delicious blended ice cream treats, we’ll help you create the perfect product. Innovation, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, superior customer service and the highest quality ingredients are all part of the mix.
 

We are seeking an energetic, skilled​ Pre-Treatment Wastewater Plant Technician in our Penn Yan, NY location.

 

We operate 24 / 7, 7 days per week. This opportunity will require flexibility to work weekends and overtime.

 

Main Functions:

The Operator is responsible to operate, monitor, maintain, adjust and troubleshoot the pre-treatment plant and its processes.

 

Work involves responsibility for the technical aspects of Pre-Treatment plant operations, compliance with Federal, State and Local operating regulations. Work is performed with considerable independence under the direction of the Engineering Manager, subject to review through reports and results achieved.

 

Schedule:

Days

 

Shift Times:

6am - 6pm

 

The expected compensation range for this position is: $23.00/hour + $.50/hour overnight shift differential when worked.

At KanPak, a golden state foods company, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following:

  • Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan
  • Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiences

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate GSF Quality activities and operations to meet objectives for quality, food safety, regulatory compliances, cost, safety and customer satisfaction at KanPak.
  • Participate in formulating and administering division’s short and long range goals and objectives for business growth
  • Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring and testing required to maintain compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations governing the Pre-Treatment process.
  • Maintain a clean and organized Pre-Treatment plant.
  • Observe ALL aspects of Pre-Treatment plant regularly.
  • Performance of regular and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all Pre-Treatment plant equipment and machinery.
  • General observation of the Pre-Treatment Plant perimeter throughout the shift
  • Observe Pre-Treatment Plant Dashboard, HMI, and SCADA system frequently
  • Monitor All PH probes within the system. Inspect and Clean PH probes during your shift, using care to ensure that the probes are NOT damaged during cleaning.
  • Assess and Schedule the need for trucks for Sludge and Off Spec. Food Waste haul offs
  • Loading of the Off-Spec. Food Waste and Sludge trucks.
  • Monitor and adjust Pre-Treatment Plant Chemical setpoints to optimize water quality per Village Requirements
  • Monitor and Replenish Pre-Treatment system Chemicals and supplies as needed
  • Sing out parts from parts inventory as needed
  • Complete shift report and daily documentation needed and send documents to required teams.
  • Communicate with the Main Facility Production Team throughout shift on daily production schedule
  • Keep empty totes and barrels organized by supplier for ease of removal
  • Assist in snow removal and salting of walkways/sidewalks
  • Other tasks as needed

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Have a working knowledge of the operation, methods and procedures of the Pre-Treatment
  • Have a working knowledge of general mechanical tools, to use for basic repairs.
  • Have a working knowledge of the machinery used for Pre-Treatment and pumping stations.
  • Have a knowledge of the equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the chemicals utilized in the Pre-Treatment
  • Have the ability to communicate issues/concerns with the rest of your team members daily.
  • Must be self-motivated
  • Honesty/Integrity
  • Reliability
  • Accountability
  • Must show pride, enthusiasm, and initiative in work
  • Serve as a team member
  • Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
  • Ability to learn new skills and techniques.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Follow written and oral instructions.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours.

Physical Requirement’s:

  • Have the ability to climb and descend multiple ladder/stair rungs to access pumps on top of EQ/MBBR tank and top of Sludge tank.
  • Have the ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Have the ability to detect and differentiate colors, sounds, and smells.
  • Have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand as job may require.

 

Employment Requirements:

  • High School Graduate
  • Six months to one year in food industry experience preferred
  • Preferred minimal 1 year experience in Pre-Treatment or Wastewater plant operator

KanPak, LLC encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran
 

Applicants only; No Recruiters please.

KanPak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. KanPak will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.

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