Environmental Technician

Advanced Plating Technologies

$20.00 - Full Benefits Package Available

United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee

405 West Cherry Street (Show on map)

Mar 18, 2025

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

The Environmental Technician Level I is an entry level position in our Chemical Operations department. The main responsibility of the Level I technician the operation of our continuous flow wastewater treatment system. The following is a breakdown of the roles and additional responsibilities:

Monitor the flow of process water from production areas to the waste treatment area
Handle, store and dispose of hazardous materials following all safety and environmental regulations and company standards.
Transport hazardous materials to proper storage area.
Prepare process tanks for further use following detailed chemical makeup instructions.
Operate and control a waste treatment unit and a series of batch treatment tanks to effect specific chemical changes in basic substances to produce desired results.
Measure and charge materials in equipment and transfer same in accordance with processing sequences.
Observe instruments and gauges, obtain samples for laboratory tests
Works with chemical laboratory and production departments to ensure waste water treatment numbers are in compliance
Makes additions to chemical process tanks
Clean, organize and manage chemical storage under the supervision of Director of Chemical and Environmental Operations
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A successful candidate should have a B.S. preferred in Chemistry or chemistry related field and/or Environmental Sciences or Engineering background. The candidate must be a team oriented person with good communication skills. A successful candidate must be able to excel at the following:

Previous experience in waste treatment and/or a Certificate as a Waste Site Worker
Show high level of job related knowledge
Show a high level of quality of work
Follows set attendance/punctuality policies
Shows good communication and listening skills
Is dependable

Preferred Skills

Strong Chemistry background
Strong Mathematic background
Good Organizational skills
Electroplating/Metal Finishing experience
ISO quality mgmt systems experience
Forklift license a plus

Physical Demands:

The ability to lift 50 pounds
The ability to operate a forklift and stacker.

Work Environment:

The work environment is a fast paced, manufacturing job-shop. A variety of chemical baths are used on manufacturing floor on a daily basis and proper care and focus must be taken to ensure safety. Communication and teamwork are highly valued within the company as well as the push for continual improvement.