When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

 At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

As a Wastewater Treatment Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment system and all associated ancillary equipment.  You will work with managers and other operators and technicians to treat plant waste in accordance with all applicable regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Operate and maintain wastewater equipment: Pumps, dissolved air floatation tanks, MBBR tanks, equalization tanks, mixers, blowers, odor control equipment, instrumentation, samplers, rotary screens, sludge presses, and laboratory instruments.
• Periodic maintenance using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in accordance with regulations, company SOPs, and/or OEM manuals.
• Using, maintaining, inspecting, and organizing tools required for the execution of maintenance procedures.
• Completing and retaining records such as laboratory, maintenance, incidents, odor logs, NPDES, DMRs, OEM manual recommendations, and others.
• Performing daily rounds/checks of the wastewater treatment facility.
• Utilizing P&IDs, schematics, loop sheets, I/O diagrams, and other drawings in execution of assigned responsibilities and duties.
• Conducting benchtop chemistry for plant process control and regulatory reporting.
• Monitoring controls, interfaces, and analyzing historical data to ensure optimal system performance and ability to intervene and make changes to restore system from upset conditions.
• Required member of emergency response team; ER team.
• Respond to emergencies involving chemical spills.
• Participating in audits and inspections; implementing corrective actions from recommendations.
• Training other team members in routine work on wastewater equipment and ancillary equipment.
• Perform duties as assigned for compliance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Controls and Countermeasures plan (SPCC).

Compliance with all permitting including State wastewater NPDES, State Stormwater NPDES, Local sewer ordinance, applicable CFR sections.  

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 2+ years’ experience in industrial wastewater treatment.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Licensed Industrial wastewater treatment operator of at least Wastewater Operator Class 3 in the state of Georgia or reciprocating state.
• Chemical safety awareness and hygienic practices for treating wastewater.
• Possess Mechanical skills required to maintain, operate, and repair wastewater equipment and components.
• Laboratory skills: running analytical tests, interpreting results, calibrating testing equipment.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments; traverse catwalks, stairs, lift heavy loads, work at heights, and other extreme conditions.
• Familiarity win NPDES, applicable State/Federal regulations, and local ordinances.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member will be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. beard/hairnet, ear plugs, frock, boots, etc.), wear full face respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), stand for extended periods of time, and use hands/arms to push, pull, reach and occasionally lift above head.  The Team Member must occasionally lift, push, pull up to 25 pounds and 50 pounds infrequently. Team Members are requested to visually inspect equipment and/or product.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant setting with wet/slippery floors, varying degrees of temperatures with an average temperature of 40 degrees in the production area.  Team Members will be exposed to raw and/or cooked meat products and moving equipment and will be required to follow all Food Safety Quality requirements.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.