Job Title: Machine Operator
Client: VEOLIA
Location: Minnetonka, MN
Type: Temp-to-Hire
Pay Rate and Shifts:
$21/hr: 1st shift 5:45am-2:15pm
$22.50/hr: 2nd shift 1:45pm-10:15pm
Job Summary
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 Machine Operator is a self-driven worker who has great attention for detail and is proficient at
multitasking. He/She performs the operation, troubleshooting, repair and minor maintenance of
automated equipment. He/she must understand both the product construction and the machine
operation to maximize yields and machine uptime while maintaining a strong commitment to producing
exceptional product. He/She will perform quality workmanship and keep scheduled deadlines to meet
customer expectations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices; participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits. Proactively communicate and address safety concerns.
Follow all life-critical policies and procedures (Lock-out/Tag-Out, Confined Space Entry,
Line-Break)
Set-up, clean, and monitor machine operations according to standard operating instructions.
Understand department safety, quality and regulatory requirements, and production goals; actively engage in meeting these goals.
Move and inspect raw materials and products to ensure there are no visual defects; take corrective action as needed.
Perform checks to ensure accuracy per product specifications, ensures overall product quality, and tracks in manual logs or computer system to capture deviations and quality traceability data.
Perform material disposition on all work-in-processes (WIP) parts as assigned.
Interrupt machine operation as necessary to correct operating problems; minimize production of materials that do not meet specifications by quickly taking action and using investigative, troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
Accurately measure work in process (WIP) and finished goods
Communicate technical issues in a timely manner to all levels (managers, co-workers, maintenance, engineers, etc.)
Assist in training of other operators.
Assist with failure & performs regular minor preventive maintenance.
Performs troubleshooting to solve equipment malfunction.
Performs complete setup, adjustments, startup and shutdown of all equipment in the area.
Keeps accurate records and explains any discrepancies, if necessary.
Performs any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.
Tasks specifically related to the Membrane or E-SEP Department:
Conduct handling and mixing of chemicals according to prescribed formulas andvprocedures (strong acids, bases, and solvents are used in regular process)
Contain, label, store, and transfer hazardous waste according to applicable regulations
May be required to unload and test bulk chemical tankers
Qualifications/Requirements:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and 1 years of experience as machine operator, chemical mixer/handler, machinist, or military service in a technical background including job
experience performing shop math calculations such as fraction and decimal equivalents, machine operation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of automated equipment.
For Membrane or E-SEP Department: Willingness to work with chemicals, including reactive chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases
Willing to perform preventative maintenance (changing filter, strainers, cleaning, or other tasks)
Ability to work overtime.
May be required to come in 4 hours early or stay 4 hours late to ensure lines remain running
Willingness to be trained and practice forklift operations, LOTO operations, confined space operations (HVAC HEPA Filter Changes)
Ability to lift/handle up to 50 lbs
May work on a rotating schedule that includes regular weekend coverage.
Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes, and, on an intermittent basis, respirator protection in the form of a PAPR
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.