Wastewater Operator SS (C-Shift) (Finance)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To ensure the proper amount of chemicals are added to water discharge to comply with local, state and federal guidelines.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies the correct chemicals in the amounts to the water; makes a chemical feed or air adjustment as needed based on test results and evaluation done daily.
• Performs tests for biological oxygen demand, total suspended solids, oil, grease, and the pH level.
• Takes water samples on a regular basis to compare with what the standard is and ships it to the appropriate testing facility as required.
• Completes weekly cleaning of the system; orders chemicals as needed.

Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Wastewater Operator and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Be able to stand for entire shift; be able to lift up to 65 pounds; be able to go up and down stairs; be able to stoop; be able to shovel; must be able to tolerate temperatures of 95° at any given time in increments of 30 minutes to an hour; must be able to tolerate temperatures of 32° at any given time in increments of 30 minutes to an hour; The working environment is wet, cold, hot and at times walking surfaces are slippery. Ability to work in tight confined spaces.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Std waterproof gloves, safety glasses, gloves, face shield

Travel: Required to travel for classes, training and testing, with possible overnight stays.

Technical Experience: Must be able to obtain and maintain wastewater license as per state requirements; must have computer skills.

Industry Experience: N/A

Competencies: Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team . .

For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area from Siloam Springs, AR to
Decatur, AR please apply in person:
Monday, between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm
at:
Simmons Foods Hiring Center
2998 Highway 412 East, Suite 80
Siloam Springs, AR
72761

In person applications at our Hiring Center receive priority consideration. You may still apply for positions
online; however please note that