Waste Water Technician B-Shift

Job DetailsTriumph Foods, LLC (Triumph) is a leader in the Pork Industry, and is recognized as a top exporter of premium pork products worldwide. The Company began operations in 2006, in Saint Joseph, MO, and is producer owned. Triumph's state-of-the-art facility processes in excess of 6 million hogs each year, and features the latest food quality, safety innovations, and humane handling practices in the industry. The Company prides itself on producing the highest quality pork products found in the market today.SUMMARY : This position must know / understand piping and valves, start, stop and direct the flow of all the pumps in Waste Water Treatment System. He / she will operate three waste treatment clarifiers and mix polymers for water treatment and will be responsible to operate skid steer loader / power industrial truck to move materials and keep the equipment, building and surrounding areas clean.Triumph is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO / AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following : Other duties may be assigned.

• Starting, stopping, and regulating electric motors, centrifugal and positive displacements pumps, bar screens, grinders, grit collectors, air compressors, chlorinators, washers, grease skimmers, gas burners, rotary screens, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance duties such as lubricating equipment and changing belts; carries out operating orders in the plant or unit of the plant to which assigned.
• Read meters, gauges, and other control and measuring devices; maintains a shift log of unit operations to include records of meter and gauge readings and reports relative to mechanical repairs and plant operations.
• Operate systems manually or by remote control and operating mechanical equipment which regulates the flow and treatment of sewage and sludge.
• Responds to emergency call situations and perform standby duty for emergency response on weekends and holidays according to a predetermined schedule.
• Make process control adjustments to keep effluent water in compliance with waste water discharge permit; keeps General Supervisor informed of all process control adjustments.
• Oversee the operation of the DAF system for optimum performance.
• Regulate polymer dosage for removal of solids from the wastewater.
• Mix batches of polymer when needed.
• Initiate repairs by maintenance personnel when needed.
• Dump hopper used to collect material removed by the rotary drum system.
• Transfer sludge from one storage tank to another for transferring to Rendering.
• Monitor wastewater levels in the surge tank and aeration tank, and make any necessary adjustments in flow rates to maintain appropriate levels.
• Periodically check the performance of the non-grease bearing wet well to insure the automatic pumping system operates properly and that the basin does not overflow causing production and environmental issues.
• Adhere to all pertinent safety policies and procedures as required and follow good housekeeping practices to maintain a clean and safe work environment.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and / or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A High School Diploma is preferred. Must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience in a food manufacturing environment and six (6) months experience in a fresh pork processing facility.Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively communicate with USDA, production and management personnel.Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations.Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Ability to use computers and all standard programs used by the industry and the ability to learn and effectively use any and all other computer programs that are or will be made available.NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE : The hours and days of work are established as needed by operations and at the discretion of management and, while generally as shown below, may be changed (increased or decreased) by management as required.HOURS OF WORK : Work3 days on, 2 days off, then work 5 days on, 4 days off. 12 hour shifts, 7 : 00pm-7 : 15amPhysical Demands : The physical demands here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel / hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear taste and smell.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to climb ladders and platforms, and enter confined spaces and wear all safety equipment. Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds or more.Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Regularly exposed to cold / hot and / or humid conditions, climate extremes are found in all areas of the plantFrequently works near machinery with moving parts and vibrationRegularly exposed to strong odors and the sight of bloodRegular Exposure to cleaning and sanitation chemicals, hazardous material and waste as well as fumes or airborne particlesRisk of electrical shock and vibrationNoise level in the work environment is moderate but can be loud when in the production areaApplications submitted that are incomplete or do not reflect education, skills abilities within the stated minimum qualifications will not be considered in the application process. Records will be reviewed for compliance with Company policies and attendance requirements. Only those employees whose records are within the standards set by the Company will be interviewed.Disclaimer : This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of the general responsibilities and requirements necessary to be successful. Triumph may, in its discretion, modify or revise the position description in order to meet the company's changing business needs.