Waste Treatment Operator Job at Nestlé SA in Crete

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.

Position Summary

Our factory in Crete, Nebraska stands as one of the largest manufacturers in the area and one of the largest wet pet food manufacturing facilities in the U.S. Together, we proudly produce over one thousand tons of pet food per day, including renowned brands such as Alpo, Nestlé Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Friskies, and Nestlé Purina Veterinary Diets. We also proudly do our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As a Waste Treatment Boiler Room Utility, you will operate waste treatment equipment in the Primary and Secondary systems. You will take control tests on operation parameters while operating secondary system and adjust operation based on results.

This position will be on 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) and will work a 12-2 schedule (working every other weekend).

Starting pay - $33.66 / hour

You will enjoy competitive weekly pay, shift differential eligibility, overtime pay, up to 7.5% quarterly bonus, full health benefits, 401k match, a union pension, paid time off, excellent maternity/paternity leave and so much more!

• Run pH, suspended solids, and settleometer tests on aeration basin water and sample for micro biological activity
• Take water, soil, sewage, and solids samples and determine moisture content on sludge and slurry samples
• Take proper precautions and use proper protective equipment when working around hazardous chemicals and other recognized workplace hazards
• Load and unload chemicals and supplies and complete receiving of chemicals and supplies
• Keep accurate logs and records of daily activities
• Troubleshoot system problems, diagnosis difficulties and communicate with Maintenance/Engineering departments to make necessary repairs
• Will be required to obtain a Waste Treatment Operator Level 2 license through the State of Nebraska within 6 months of employment
• Perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1+ years in production, manufacturing, agriculture, industrial, military, or related environment

Other

• Background or training in chemistry, biology, or water systems

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.