Lead Industrial Wastewater Operator

We are seeking a highly skilled, self-reliant Lead Industrial Wastewater & Water Purification Operator to take complete ownership of an advanced water treatment facility. In this role, you will operate with autonomy, managing both high-purity (deionized water) systems and an industrial wastewater treatment system. You will serve as the tactical decision-maker for our deionized water treatment and industrial wastewater treatment systems, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance without daily supervision.

Industry: Plating and Etching Products Manufacturing

Site Location: Sandston, VA 

Shift Requirements: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Autonomous scheduling with emergency response requirements

What You Will Do

• Manage Effluent Streams: Oversee daily treatment of industrial water treatment system, high-purity rinses, and specialized manufacturing waste.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, housekeeping, Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMR), and local pre-treatment permits.
• Analyze & Adjust: Perform regular water quality testing (pH, ORP, and metals analysis) and autonomously modify system parameters based on real-time data.
• Maintain & Troubleshoot Equipment: Diagnose, service, and repair pumps and equipment as needed.  Conduct daily cleaning of filter presses and production area, without direct oversight. 
• Own Documentation: Log precise operational data, track chemical inventories, and prepare audit-ready state compliance records.
• Communicate and document daily activities with ProChem and Customer management.

 What You Bring

• Technical Expertise: Deep hands-on knowledge operating and troubleshooting industrial water treatment equipment and fluid handling systems within a regulated environment.
• Autonomy: 3+ years of progressive experience working independently in an industrial manufacturing setting (industrial water treatment experience preferred).
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to diagnose mechanical deviations or chemical imbalances and implement immediate, compliant fixes.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and safely handle facility treatment and corrosive chemicals.

 What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage, starting between $23 to $30 per hour based on qualifications
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement contribution. Employee tier plans are paid for by the company.
• High degree of operational trust and professional independence.
• Paid continuing education.

Please submit a resume to express interest in this position.

ProChem Water is acustom-tailored water treatment solutionsprovider. We serve heavy industrial manufacturing facilities in the U.S. by providing innovative solutions that are designed specifically to meet their unique needs. Learn more about ProChem at prochemwater.com.

ProChem's mission is to advance our customers' water treatment strategies through innovative treatment solutions supported by a comprehensive set of services, while adhering to industry safety, environmental, and ISO standards. Our number one operating priority is to protect people and the environment. The ProChem team consists of chemists, engineers, technicians, and other professionals who dedicate their careers to preserving water quality and availability. Join a team that is engineering customer satisfaction.

ProChem is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, genetic information, status covered as veteran, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, political affiliation, or any other protected status with applicable federal, state, and local laws.. It is the policy of ProChem to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

ProChem prohibits the discrimination against employees and otherwise qualified applicants related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, in any term or condition of employment. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to any employee/applicant who cannot, or will not, be able to perform their duties because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, as long as such accommodation does not constitute and undue hardship. The full pregnancy non-discrimination policy will be provided to you upon request or upon disclosure of pregnancy or a related condition.

ProChem is a drug-free workplace. We have a standard of conduct, which prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by employees on ProChem's site and/or client sites as part of ProChem's activities. ProChem will impose disciplinary sanctions in employees ranging from educational and rehabilitation efforts up to and including expulsion or termination of employment and referral for prosecution for violations of the standards of conduct. Each situation is looked at on a case-by-case basis.

This company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionara al gobierno federal la informacion de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted esta autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.

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