Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator

Location: Sikeston, MO

Starting Pay: $22.67 Per Hour -> $25.57 after 1 year

Shift: Days, 12-hour shift

If you want to work for a global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023, come join Unilever Ice Cream! The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent as we build our diverse and inclusive culture. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

JOB PURPOSE:

Find your purpose at Unilever Ice Cream. Lead innovations that drive our business to win and grow. Learn from brilliant leaders and diverse colleagues in a global environment, becoming your best self.

Are you searching for a wonderful manufacturing opportunity? Then this role is tailored for you.

The WWTP operator position works independently to manage, operate and ensure timely effective coverage of the Wastewater system and aids in other facility functions as needed. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain the function of the wastewater treatment system.  

• Monitor and test system on daily basis, from test results adjust parameters, pumps, flows and chemicals.   

• Maintain/Calibrate process and testing equipment. 

• Maintain accurate records. 

• Perform LOTO on equipment. 

• Working at Height Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

• Painting, cleaning, etc. of equipment & WWTP. 

• Completes daily, weekly and monthly checklists on WWTP equipment. 

• Perform miscellaneous housekeeping and other duties as assigned. 

• Develop and follow established Automated Maintenance Management Systems (AMMS). 

• Develop, Coach, Train and follow established Preventative Maintenance (PM). 

• Follow all required safety procedures and work in a safe manner. 

• Must be open to flexible working hours which include days, night, weekends and Holidays. 

• Performs work as directed by Supervisor and /or designated team leader. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

What You’ll Love About his job:

Overall Benefits & Perks (non-union): 

Medical, Dental, Vision effective immediately | 401K | Profit Sharing | Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement | Paid Leaves | Quarterly Bonus Payouts | Uniforms and PPE provided

Benefits:  Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings  
benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. 

Additional Perks for the Sikeston location:

Referral bonus | safety shoe subsidy and prescription safety glasses discount | access to company store | take home 1 pint or 3 bars of ice cream daily 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• High School Diploma  

• Pass required test for this position 

• Ability to operate a computer 

• Relating to office software, Maintenance Part Inventory software, which controls and monitors mechanical equipment and utility systems.  

• Ability to work in both hot and cold conditions, on ladders and platforms, and lift up to 50 pounds.  

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.  

• Familiarity and/or ability to work with lubricants, solvents, brine solutions, and other chemicals with appropriate PPE.  

• Good mechanical skills. 

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through experience working on machinery on satisfactory completion of technical/shop courses.   

Working Environment:

Work is performed primarily at the WWTP, with some work throughout the facility.  Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, chemical exposure, noise, heights or heavy lifting.  The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment, bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes safety glasses, hearing protection, sanitary/anti-slip safety toe footwear, fall restraints, and other PPE as required.   

In addition, there will be exposure to allergens such as dairy, eggs, tree nuts, coconut, peanuts, wheat (gluten), soybean and cinnamon.There will also be exposure to chemicals and gasses such as ammonia.

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity, and any other legally protected characteristic. 

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the US. If you are based outside of the US and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the US Market.  

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV, latest EoY and a motivation letter.  If you have been informed that you are at risk of redundancy, please make sure to tick this box during your application. Please also attach your letter of redundancy to the application.

Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to apply for other positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

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Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination isIllegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.