What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Waste Treatment position at Lamb Weston?
Title: Operator Waste Treatment
Location: Hermiston, OR
About Lamb Weston
This position is responsible for operating and maintaining the Plant’s environmental processes including but not limited to: Domestic Water System, Industrial Wastewater and Land Application systems including pretreatment and reclamation, Air Pollution Control equipment, Potable and Process Water Delivery, Solid Waste Management, and analytical and recordkeeping associated with these systems.
Education
Language Skills
Job Requisition ID: Req-257317
Time Type: Full time
Anticipated Close Date: 05/01/2025
In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $26.39 - $26.91
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law
Location: Hermiston, OR
About Lamb Weston
We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950’s, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000 team members around the world, it’s our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people.
We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow.
We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you’d expect from the most inventive potato company in the world!
Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries.
Job Description Summary
This position is responsible for operating and maintaining the Plant’s environmental processes including but not limited to: Domestic Water System, Industrial Wastewater and Land Application systems including pretreatment and reclamation, Air Pollution Control equipment, Potable and Process Water Delivery, Solid Waste Management, and analytical and recordkeeping associated with these systems.
Job Description
- Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engaged in safety activities, and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
- Monitor and operate water source, chlorination, and treatment plant equipment in accordance with specified procedures through direct observation and human machine interface (HMI) system. This includes, but not limited to, levels, flows and pressures of running equipment.
- Monitor treatment process by collecting samples in accordance with specified procedures by performing physical and chemical field and laboratory sample analyses.
- Perform laboratory analyses on samples collected in accordance with specified procedures.
- Review and interpret data results from analyses. Perform process changes and adjustments as needed to maintain correct operation of system.
- Maintain effective treatment processes by managing and dosing correct amounts of chemicals in accordance with specified procedures.
- Record meter readings and laboratory test data into daily communication logs and computer system.
- Operate, maintain, and calibrate sensors for temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, level and pressures.
- Repair and adjust water source, chlorination, and treatment facilities.
- Manage wastewater solids, potato by-product, oil waste, water usage, etc.
- Notify by-product hauling trucks when appropriate to maintain proper levels.
- Correct minor mechanical problems and perform assigned preventive maintenance duties on a regular basis.
- Follow good housekeeping practices and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Wear required Personal Protective Equipment.
- Actively participate in Continuous Improvement activities.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Water Treatment Team Leader
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
- 1 years of experience in wastewater treatment, chemical lab, and/or food processing, preferred
- Required to qualify and safely drive a company vehicle and maintain eligibility to drive
- Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook
- Demonstrate ability to apply Math skills for system management
- Demonstrate ability to infer and decipher results and make appropriate adjustments
- Demonstrate ability to communicate verbally and through use of Microsoft SharePoint
- Demonstrate basic understanding of computer applications such as Microsoft Office, SAP, QA Data Systems
- Demonstrate understanding of troubleshooting and problem solving of systems
- Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques
- Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed
- Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook
- Be able to work independently and as a team player
- Be organized and plan ahead
- Be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted, and in a safe manner
- Available to work overtime, days, nights, and weekends (12 hour shifts 4:3 schedule)
- Water Treatment Operator Rate Increase
- Pay Rate will increase for each level the operator achieves
- Trainee
- System Qualified Operator (Achieved within 4 months in job position)
- Completion of training certification of Pretreatment area, LRAD area, Reclamation area (2 sections, MBR And RO) and Domestic area required to achieve System Qualified Operator status
- Final System examination of Hermiston Waste Treatment must be passed with a score of 70% or better to qualify
- Operator has two chances to pass the System Operation exam. Failure to pass the second exam may result in disqualification from department
- Qualified Operator (Achieve - within 6 months in job position)
- Qualified Operator status should be achieved no later than 2 months after gaining System Qualified Operator status
- Final Lab examination of Hermiston Waste Treatment must be passed with a score of 70% or better to be qualified
- Operator has two chances to pass Lab exam. Failure to pass second exam may result in disqualification from department
- ODEQ C1/T1 WWT Certified Operator (Eligible within 12-24 months in job position)
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED is required for achieving any and all levels of Certified Operator status
- Lamb Weston will reimburse for first exam fees regardless of pass or failed score
- Lamb Weston will reimburse up to $200 in approved training courses prior to examination, if applicable
- If a second test is required to obtain certification, Lamb Weston will only reimburse upon receiving confirmation of a passing score
- Any further testing or training undertaken to achieve this level of Certified Operator status is the sole responsibility of the operator and will not be reimbursed by Lamb Weston
- ODEQ C1/T2 WWT Certified Operator (Eligible after 24-36 months in job position)
- Lamb Weston will reimburse for first exam fees regardless of pass or failed score
- If a second test is required to obtain certification, Lamb Weston will only reimburse for a passing score
- Any further testing or training undertaken to achieve this level of Certified Operator status is the sole responsibility of the operator and will not be reimbursed by Lamb Weston
- OHA C1/D1 WT Certified Operator (Eligible after 24 months in job position)
- Lamb Weston will reimburse for first exam fees regardless of pass or failed score
- If a second test is required to obtain certification, Lamb Weston will only reimburse for a passing score
- Any further testing or training undertaken to achieve this level of Certified Operator status is the sole responsibility of the operator and will not be reimbursed by Lamb Weston
- Any certification higher than the ones listed are the sole responsibility of the operator and will not be recognized for pay rate increases.
- Lamb Weston may, from time-to-time facilitate Continuous Educational Units (CEU’s) for the operators, however; operators are solely responsible for all CEU’s associated with their certification levels. Lamb Weston will reimburse costs for CEU’s required to maintain their certification levels
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Oregon State certified Wastewater Operator I or II (preferred)
Language Skills
Effectively communicate in English, verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. The employee:
Will work in areas where the noise level may exceed 85 dB
- Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts
- Will frequently be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat
- Will frequently work outside and be exposed to weather conditions
- May frequently work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration
- Will work around forklift traffic
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
- Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
- Paid Time Off
- Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
- Family-Friendly Employee events
- Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Job Requisition ID: Req-257317
Time Type: Full time
Anticipated Close Date: 05/01/2025
In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $26.39 - $26.91
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law
Salary : $26 - $27
