With 85 years of experience, MPP Group of Companies is a family-owned and operated business that has grown into a very progressive twenty-first-century firm, with the highest capabilities in production quality, product consistency, environmental compliance, and customer service. MPP Group and Companies are significant players in metal protection plating with locations in DuQuoin, IL, Kansas City, MO, and Corsicana, TX. Founded in 1956, MPP takes pride in its customer service and communication programs, which are among the best in the industry.

We strive to attract talent who share our vision and values. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a productive Wastewater Treatment Operator in Du Quoin, IL to join our team.

Job Description

Position Summary

This position primarily operates and maintains water/wastewater treatment, processing, disposal, and testing equipment in water/wastewater in manufacturing environment.

Compensation
The expected hourly pay range for this position is $17.00 to $20.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the operation control panel, ensuring all systems function correctly and efficiently.
• Follows procedures regarding cleaning, equipment uses, maintenance, calibration, and safe handling of chemicals.
• Conduct regular calibration of PH Meters and maintenance of probes.
• Oversee tank levels and maintain communication with the metal finishing department.
• Diligently document operations and maintain logs at regular intervals.
• Perform physical checks of the neutralization reactor and clarifier, ensuring optimal performance.
• Manage waste treatment processes, including the operation of the oil skimmer and proper handling of waste materials.
• Uphold general housekeeping standards and adhere to scheduled preventative maintenance routines.
• Recording data, operational actions and gauge readings
• Assist in other areas as needed while ensuring all work is done in compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Adding chemicals to ensure nominal PH levels are maintained.
• Collecting and testing water samples.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Dependability and Initiative
• Attention to detail
• Technical Capacity and Job Knowledge
• Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Adaptability
• Attendance & Punctuality
• Teamwork
• Safety & Security

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• One year of previous manufacturing experience.
• At least one year of relevant experience is desirable, with a Class K license or the commitment to obtain it within one year of joining.
• Availability to work weekends is a must.
• A combination of education and experience

An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training will be considered.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Start accruing paid time off on your 1st day of employment)
• Holiday pay
• FSA & HSA
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• 401K
• ESOP

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Travel

• No travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment

• This position works in a warehouse setting with outdoor exposure during the workday. This role routinely uses standard maintenance equipment such as power tools including but not limited to hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, ladders, and box cutters among others.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary standing position most of the time, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are exclusive standards of this position. The incumbent will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by the supervisor.