Wastewater Technician

Magna International, Inc

Piedmont, South Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Technology, Candidate Screening, Chassis Engineering, Class D License, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, Environmental Health, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Forklift, Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Nursing, OSHA, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Physical Chemistry, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Product Engineering, Pumps, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Technical Writing, Testing, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan, Waste Disposal, Waste Treatment, Water Quality Testing, Water Treatment
LOCATION
Piedmont, South Carolina
POSTED
30+ days ago
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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS:

  • Follow, comply and enforce all operational procedures/policies as stated in the employee Environmental Health and Safety programs (Magna and OSHA Standards).
  • Operate and maintain all wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, filters, tanks, chemical feed systems, and control panels.
  • Monitor pH levels, chemical usage, flow rates, and discharge quality from the e-coat line and general plant processes.
  • Perform daily sampling and testing of wastewater to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
  • Record and analyze data related to chemical usage, water quality, and discharge volumes; maintain detailed logs.
  • Adjust chemical dosages and treatment methods based on test results and process requirements.
  • Coordinate waste hauling and disposal of sludge and other byproducts.
  • Conduct routine inspections of wastewater systems and associated infrastructure; identify and troubleshoot operational issues.
  • Assist in the preparation of environmental reports and documentation for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Support environmental audits and inspections.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals.
  • Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams on process improvement and equipment upgrades.
  • Perform other duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

  • Associate's degree in technical field
  • Class D License in water/wastewater treatment is required (physical/chemical in SC).

WORK EXPERIENCE / TECHNICAL TRAINING:

  • 2+ years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment, preferably in automotive or manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, SDS, and environmental reports.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate a forklift or similar equipment may be required
  • Knowledge of electrocoating process waste characteristics and treatment methods is highly desirable.

WHY WORK HERE?

  • Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Employee Profit Sharing Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
  • Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
  • Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
  • Onsite Nurses' office
  • Onsite Mother's room

Pay range: $30.10 - $39.76 per hour

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Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help ident

About the Company

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Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1957
WEBSITE
http://www.magna.com/