Water Treatment Operator

Water Treatment Operator

Department: Water Treatment
Location: Savannah, GA
Shift: Swing Shift (48 hours one week / 36 hours the next; rotating days & nights)
Training Schedule: Day shift for the first 8 weeks
Reports To: Water Treatment Team Leader

About Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc.

At Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc. (FVO), we are passionate about what we do and proud of the People who make our success possible. If you are seeking an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, innovative, and dedicated team, FVO may be the right fit for you.

We are currently seeking an energetic and enthusiastic team player to join our Water Treatment Team as a Water Treatment Operator at our Savannah, Georgia plant.

What We Offer

Fuji Vegetable Oil offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunities
• 401(k) with a 12.5% Company Contribution
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Remote Health Care Access
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-provided uniforms, boot vouchers, and required PPE

Full-time People are eligible for health benefits on their first day of employment. Dependent coverage is available for eligible spouses and dependent children up to age 26.

Position Summary

The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the Water Treatment Plant. This role includes monitoring system performance, collecting and analyzing water and wastewater samples, maintaining accurate operational records, and ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

• Operate water and wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing
• Monitor equipment, gauges, meters, and charts to ensure proper plant operation
• Diagnose operating issues and take corrective action during assigned shifts
• Collect, test, and analyze water and wastewater samples in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Chart laboratory results, identify trends, and maintain accurate QA/QC records
• Interpret test results and operational data to determine process adjustments
• Read and record meters, gauges, and test results
• Operate valves, gates, pumps, engines, and generators (manually or remotely)
• Start and stop equipment to control treatment processes and system flow
• Observe operating conditions and respond appropriately to system variations
• Prepare reports and documentation as required
• Maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with team members and internal stakeholders
• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Prior experience in water or wastewater treatment operations preferred
• Experience operating laboratory equipment, pumps, generators, gauges, and related tools preferred
• Ability to perform control and process calculations
• Strong attention to detail, recordkeeping, and documentation skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. The demands are typical of similar positions in comparable industrial environments.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the individual may be frequently exposed to:

• Outdoor weather conditions
• Moving mechanical parts
• Elevated or confined work areas
• Fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals
• Electrical hazards

The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet or humid conditions. Noise levels may be loud in areas near processing equipment.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, in accordance with applicable law.