Waste Water Operator - Automotive

Port Elizabeth

Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Waste Water Operator to assist in the operation and control of the Paint Plant Pre-Treatment and Waste Water Department. The Waste Water Operator reports to the Paint Plant Supervisor.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Operate water treatment and chemical feed equipment at designated locations: Before painting process (pretreatment), waste water and ‘Basecoat and Clearcoat’ (system tank, sludge scraper).
Operate water recovery and harvesting for the supply of DI water to all equipment within the paint plant facility.
Performs water analysis and/or collects samples for preparation, labelling and shipment to a designated laboratory for analysis.
Works with PLC controls understands water process treatment design, instruments and control panels (Line Guard).
Conducts preventative maintenance and calibrates feed pumps, controllers, feed rate charts and maintains log sheets.
Maintains the inventory of spare parts and adequate supply of consumables, sample containers, and shipment containers necessary for routine operation as well as special sampling and analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS

Tertiary Qualification in Chemical Engineering or related fields essential
Experience in Chemical environment and/or Pre-treatment of paint processes would be advantageous
2 years’ experience in Paint preparation systems would be advantageous
Experience in Water treatment plants and Pre-treatment Facilities
Thorough knowledge of waste management

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Computer literacy.
Able to exercise initiative and to work unsupervised and with a team.
Good communication and strong problem identification and solving skills.
Ability to learn and reapply skills on the job.
Must be flexible and prepared to work shifts and overtime as per operational requirements.

Must be flexible and prepared to work in any other department as per operational requirements.

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