Lead Regeneration Operator

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

The Regeneration Operator II prepares resin, mobile equipment and ion exchange resin tanks for
customer fulfillment. Regenerates ion exchange resin and media with various chemicals. Handles
chemicals such as acids, bases and salts. Performs quality control checks on the equipment and is
generally responsible for tasks performed by Plant Operations alongside Regen Operator I’s
Additionally a Regen Operator II should possess more advanced troubleshooting and complex system
knowledge, Proficiency with our operational tracking and system monitoring software, demonstrated
proficiency in all EHS related items, and have the capacity to temporarily lead a shift in absence of the
scheduled shift lead.

Key Characteristics 

• Ability to apply to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form
• Teamwork skills, including shift leadership/management abilities
• Dependable, accountable and diligent
• Understanding of basic plant metrics including safety and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated respect and knowledge of EHS practices on site

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Receives equipment returning from customer sites in various configurations containing ion exchange resins and filter media. Performs incoming quality certification (QC) and testing on equipment, sensors, safety alarms, calibrations etc..
• Advanced troubleshooting based on results of QC. Next path for both the equipment & exhausted media determined and executed
• Regeneration type completed for ion exchange (IX) resins and media. Process involves use of corrosive chemicals such as mineral acids and bases such as sodium hydroxide. Tracks media batches across plant value chain & inputs data into ERP system
• Performs regen QC checks for IX process to ensure specifications meet with tight customer performance expectations. Tests may include pH, specific gravity, calibrations, measurements specific ions like sodium, silica, iron concentrations, spectrophotometry, resistivity, and TDS
• Once equipment configuration is confirmed, passed QC media are loaded into the receiving unit and the outgoing QC checks are completed against our standard or client specific data
• Repairs and helps maintain the vessels and other critical core service equipment, which could include valving/PVC pipework, gauges and refurbishing units as required
• Separates, tracks, labels ion exchange resins and other medias as required
• Will be involved in partnering with on-site EHS to fulfill safety functions and could be asked to be part of a team or co-own an EHS Gensuite element for the facility. Also expected to deliver against personal EHS targets
• Performs relevant data entry into SAP platform and other quality monitoring software, able to understand the output of insight equipment monitoring
• Leads the shift in the absence of a shift lead, is able to guide and direct others to complete tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• At least 1 year of experience in comparable manufacturing environment involving chemical handling, or at least 1 year of experience in plumbing, pump or mechanical repair
• This is a physical job where you will need to perform frequent lifting and bending motions, use hand tools and manually manipulate products/ equipment
• Ability and willingness to complete occasional site assignments for customer troubleshooting, operation and installation.
• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Ability and willingness to travel for install and repair if needed

Education & Experience
Required:

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record history

Preferred:

• HS Chemistry knowledge highly desired

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger
communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder
and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we
also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this
posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable
law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not
sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a
current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and
candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.