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Pilgrim's

Wastewater Supervisor

Douglas, GA · On-site

$58K - $70K/yr

The Wastewater Supervisor is supervisor of the water, waste water treatment, bi-products shipment and storm water prevention, as well as research and development of cost-efficient standards for the ...

JBS USA

Wastewater - Operator

Mount Pleasant, TX · On-site

$30.50/hr

Wastewater Operator Employment Type: FullTime Schedule: Thurs-Sat 7PM to 7AM and Wed 1AM to 7AM Location: Mount Pleasant, Texas About the Role At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the ...

Pilgrim's

Wastewater - Operator

Mount Pleasant, TX · On-site

$30.50/hr

Wastewater Operator Employment Type: FullTime Schedule: Thurs-Sat 7PM to 7AM and Wed 1AM to 7AM Location: Mount Pleasant, Texas About the Role At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the ...

kennedyjc

Wastewater Process Engineer

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$120K - $175K/yr

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a motivated Wastewater Process Engineer to join our growing Wastewater Infrastructure team in Washington. This role will be based in Washington, with opportunities to support ...

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Water / Wastewater Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

THE most reputable Water/Wastewater Infrastructure and Treatment Civil Consulting firm in the US & Canada * 100% employee owned for close to 100 years * Full Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, and ...

Kennedy Jenks

Wastewater Process Engineer

Federal Way, WA · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a motivated Wastewater Process Engineer to join our growing Wastewater Infrastructure team in Washington. This role will be based in Washington, with opportunities to support ...

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Water / Wastewater Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

THE most reputable Water/Wastewater Infrastructure and Treatment Civil Consulting firm in the US & Canada * 100% employee owned for close to 100 years * Full Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, and ...

Pilgrim's

Wastewater Supervisor

Douglas, GA

The Wastewater Supervisor is supervisor of the water, waste water treatment, bi-products shipment and storm water prevention, as well as research and development of cost-efficient standards for the ...

Pilgrim's

Wastewater Supervisor

Douglas, GA

$58K - $70K/yr

The Wastewater Supervisor is supervisor of the water, waste water treatment, bi-products shipment and storm water prevention, as well as research and development of cost-efficient standards for the ...

ISG

Water/Wastewater Engineer

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

$65K - $190K/yr

Water/Wastewater Engineer Department: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Location: St. Louis Park, MN Compensation: $65,000 - $190,000 / year Description Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi ...

ISG

Water/Wastewater Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$65K - $190K/yr

Water/Wastewater Engineer Department: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Location: Des Moines, IA Compensation: $65,000 - $190,000 / year Description Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi ...

City of Lompoc, CA

Wastewater Manager

Lompoc, CA · On-site

$10K - $12K/mo

Wastewater Opening Date: 02/04/2026 DEFINITION/SELECTION PROCESS THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application ...

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Wastewater Supervisor

Wastewater Supervisor

Pilgrim's

Douglas, GA • On-site

$58K - $70K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Pilgrim's rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 126 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

308th of 381 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Description
WASTEWATER SUPERVISOR
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Wastewater Supervisor is supervisor of the water, waste water treatment, bi-products shipment and storm water prevention, as well as research and development of cost-efficient standards for the department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned
1. Supervise the water treatment, wastewater treatment, and offal and feather screen area.
2. Supervise operators within the department including training, developing and motivating them to achieve their maximum quality and productivity performance in their respective positions.
3. Manage daily sampling protocol on Phosphorus, TSS, BOD, and FOG to satisfy regulatory reporting compliance.
4. Compile water, wastewater, and storm water prevention reports, inspections and records, including Tier 2 reporting requirements, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), boiler, air permits, wastewater reporting storm water permit, etc. to comply with city, company and regulatory agencies, including EPA and DNR.
5. Act as a liaison on behalf of Pilgrim's working with the City of Arcadia's Water/Wastewater Department and City Utility Commission as well as providing monthly DMR report.
6. Complete Discharge Monitoring Report for the city on a monthly basis.
7. Develop and implement goals and objectives, as well as departmental budget; monitoring and explain any variances.
8. Research and develop cost efficient standards for the department.
9. Maintain the equipment within the water and wastewater department; directing maintenance and sanitation.
10. Oversee the scheduling, moving, and loading of bi-product trailers.
11. Monitor water usage and waste, optimizing sampling protocols and water reuse efforts, keeping management informed and assisting with improvements
12. Certify fork-lift operators.
13. Assist other departments in the areas of water reuse, quality, and continuous improvement projects and quantity reductions.
14. Work with other departments and assist in the administration of the Environmental Audits, as well as the Operational Excellence Program within the complex.
EXPECTATIONS - all Team Members
  • Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
  • Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
  • Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies such as Six Sigma, and Lean.
  • Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Observe and enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
  • Post-secondary education with courses in water/wastewater, biology, chemistry, or related subject material and one to three years of experience in water and wastewater systems. OR More than three years of experience if no post-secondary education.
  • Possess, or willing to obtain within one year, a pre-treatment wastewater operator's license.
  • Fork-lift trainer certification or willing to obtain within one year.
  • Poultry processing experienced preferred.
  • Experience in driving a tractor/trailer; willingness to obtain a CDL within 6 months of employment.
  • Considerable skill in communicating and working effectively with fellow team members and management team.
  • Good organizational and prioritization skills required.
  • Computer experience in Microsoft programs required.
  • Considerable skills and experience in leading and developing people.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?
  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
  • 401(k): company Leadership and team collaboration skills match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base salary range of $58,015 - $70,488 +/- based on experience
  • Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company's tri-annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
  • Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
  • Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us: Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE, including disability/vets
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.

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Pilgrim's is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world's largest poultry producers, Pilgrim's has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It's our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.

Industry

Animal farming

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Greeley, CO, US

Year founded

1946

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