Utility Operator

Lee Kum Kee USA

. Divide time between supporting the wastewater treatment plant and production department .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNewnan • United StatesJunior💰 $0 - $18 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in wastewater treatment operations, including the safe handling of chemicals and compliance with food safety standards. Proficient in performing routine maintenance and laboratory tests to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wastewater Treatment OperationsChemical Handling and SafetyFood Safety ComplianceLaboratory Testing (COD, Ammonia, Phosphorus, pH)Sanitation Principles

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Hard Skills

Wastewater Treatment Equipment OperationRoutine MaintenanceChemical ApplicationMeter and Gauge MonitoringWastewater Sample CollectionSanitation ProceduresFood Safety StandardsSOP ComplianceLaboratory TestingProduction Equipment Operation

Soft Skills

Ability to Follow InstructionsReliabilityFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

PumpsValvesControl PanelsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

GMPHACCPUSDAFDAFood-Grade Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Divide time between supporting the wastewater treatment plant and production department
Operate production equipment, clean, move materials, and perform other assigned tasks
Operate wastewater treatment equipment such as pumps and valves
Monitor meters, gauges, and control panels
Add chemicals and collect wastewater samples as needed
Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping in the treatment plant
Clean the headworks, bar screens, equalization tanks, clarifiers, and other treatment plant areas
Apply wastewater treatment chemicals to the wastewater treatment process
Discharge wastewater and ensure it meets permit limits
Learn and perform wastewater laboratory tests, including COD, ammonia, phosphorus, and pH
Support production operations when not working on wastewater operations
Comply with GMP, food safety standards, and wastewater-operation SOPs

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED preferred
At least 1 year of sanitation or janitorial experience, preferably in a food or beverage manufacturing environment
Understanding of basic sanitation principles and food safety requirements
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, SOPs, and safety protocols
Able to work with chemicals safely and use required PPE
Reliable attendance and ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as needed
Experience in a USDA/FDA-regulated facility or similar food-grade manufacturing preferred
Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, or related food safety programs preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan through Principal
Two (2) Weeks Vacation
Ten (10) Paid Holidays
Five (5) Sick Days