Waste Treatment Operator Job at Nebraska Staffing in Crete

Waste Treatment Boiler Room Utility

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 togethernessWe are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

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, Nestl Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Friskies, and Nestl 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. Situated just 25 miles from the factory, the city of Lincoln offers convenience to many of our associates who prefer the amenities of larger city living. They embrace the short commute from Lincoln to the quainter city of Crete, where our factory thrives.

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!

Responsibilities include: running pH, suspended solids, and settleometer tests on aeration basin water and sample for micro biological activity; taking water, soil, sewage, and solids samples and determining moisture content on sludge and slurry samples; taking proper precautions and using proper protective equipment when working around hazardous chemicals and other recognized workplace hazards; loading and unloading chemicals and supplies and completing receiving of chemicals and supplies; keeping accurate logs and records of daily activities; troubleshooting system problems, diagnosis difficulties and communicating with Maintenance/Engineering departments to make necessary repairs; obtaining a Waste Treatment Operator Level 2 license through the State of Nebraska within 6 months of employment; performing all job duties in a safe and efficient manner; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements include: 1+ years in production, manufacturing, agriculture, industrial, military, or related environment. Background or training in chemistry, biology, or water systems and forklift experience are preferred, but not required.

Nestl 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. It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. The Nestl 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.