Sr Production Technician Water Waste Treatment (700pm-700am)

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At Baxter we believe every personregardless of who they are or where they are fromdeserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today tomorrow and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together our community is driven by a culture of courage trust and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here you will find more than just a jobyou will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter

The Waste Treatment Plant Operator is a Salary Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by operating a state-of-the-art membrane filtration Waste Water Treatment plant.

What youll be doing

• Collect samples for state reporting requirements. This can include Biological Oxygen Demand Chemical Oxygen Demand Total Suspended Solids Fecal Coliform Temperature pH Dissolved Oxygen Conductivity Ammonia Total Nitrogen Total Phosphorous and Toxicity tests. Operators must also test process control analysis that can affect quality of water being discharged into the North Fork Catawba River. This requires preparation of standards and monitoring for levels of DO PO4 NH3 pH and Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids multiple times per shift. Operators are also required to collect downstream and upstream samples to be analyzed for temperature dissolved oxygen conductivity and fecal coliform. Knowledge of aseptic sampling technique is required to ensure proper sample results.
• Knowledge and understanding of various lab equipment including calibration and operating procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of water treatment membrane filtration process and how to adjust parameters based on process control sampling results to maintain proper water quality.
• Understanding of SCADA system for process controls and adjustments.
• Monitor bio-solids level in the system and remove waste activated solids as necessary for proper operation.
• Adjust pump rates for plant flow to support manufacturing needs.
• Adjust pump rates for chemical dosing to provide adequate nutrient feeds to the system.
• Oversee bulk chemical deliveries.
• Load and unload materials with fork lift and pickup truck
• Operate centrifuge equipment for maximum dewatering efficiency of bio-solids. This includes adjusting the ratio of polymer feed to bio-solids flow to maximize output.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for conditions in need of correction or repair
• Perform general housekeeping tasks
• Inventories and maintains tools and consumable supplies
• Document required information on logs
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety quality or discrepancy issues occur Learn understand and apply rigorous quality standards Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools

What youll bring

• High School Diploma GED or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must obtain North Carolina Grade 1 Biological Operators license within a reasonably timeframe. This involves:
• Satisfying the state requirement for wastewater experience
• Successfully completing a Grade 1 Waste Plant Operators School
• Passing a North Carolina Biological Operators written exam
• Must have valid drivers license
• Must be able to comprehend and work with basic chemical and algebraic concepts
• Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members
• Understand verbal and written safety/quality instructions. Must read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability stand/walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to pass the P.I.V physical
• Normal visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color is required
• Must be able to squat crawl reach above shoulder level reach at or below shoulder level kneel twist and bend at the neck twist and bend at the waist and balance
• Requires extensive walking up and down stairs on a routine basis.
• Occasional need to climb ladders if necessary.

Work Environment

• Ability for innovative thinking to solve complex problems.
• Will work in an environment which requires: safety glasses or goggles safety shoes hearing protection and gloves
• There is constant or intermittent noise and vibration
• Due to the nature of this position a large portion of the duties are outdoors and must be performed in all weather conditions (i.e. rain heat snow)
• This position involves working around moving equipment machinery and conveyors
• This position involves work with and around biohazardous material

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end this position has a salary range of $52000 to $62400. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including but not limited to relevant skills/experience time in the role business line and geographic/office location

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one as well as insurance coverage for basic life accident short-term and long-term disability and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts educational assistance programs and time-off benefits such as paid holidays paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service family and medical leaves of absence and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits the Employee Discount Program the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits Baxter

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