Effluent Technician

Position Title:  Effluent Technician    Pay Rate: $24.88/hr. to $42.35/hr. ($.44 to $1.68/hr. shift allowance) Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills, and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.   Category: Hourly Full Time   Physical Location: International Paper – Port Wentworth Mill 1 Bonnybridge Rd Port Wentworth, GA 31407   The Job You Will Perform: Perform day-to-day shift activities of operating the effluent area in compliance with documented safety requirements. Ensure that all SOPs are followed and provide improvements to existing procedures. Transfer and ensure the safe handling of treatment chemicals and chemical totes. Ensure good housekeeping of the effluent area and effluent vehicle. Monitor and record field readings and operational changes. Respond to emergencies and alarms. Ensure assigned fire system responsibilities are completed. Report any equipment malfunctions through the SAP system and support repair as necessary. Perform laboratory testing, wastewater sampling, basic maintenance, and operational corrections. Make visual assessments about field conditions and communicate (verbally and written) with internal and external customers. Ensure recordkeeping, reporting requirements, sample collection, and data archiving are up-to-date. Complete data entry accurately into Proficy, the mill’s wastewater data collection system. Complete additional duties as assigned by the EHS department or site coordinator. Must be able to demonstrate basic mathematic skills. Must be able to demonstrate ability to monitor effluent area via DeltaV. Must be able to demonstrate attention to detail, show initiative, be reliable and be a team player. Must be able to lift samples weighing as much as 50-60 lbs. (5 gallons). Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and work on elevated platforms. Must be comfortable working around ponds.  Work is both outdoor and indoor. Must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to drive passenger vehicles such as a pickup truck or a 4-door automobile.   Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.  Effluent Operators will be assigned to a rotating 12 hour shift team. The Skills You Will Bring: Must be currently 18 years of age or older Eligible for employment in the U.S. High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience Basic computer skills Able to function in a team environment. Practical understanding of metrics and problem solving. Practical understanding of basic math and algebra. In addition to pre-employment testing, a proficiency test will be conducted as part of the selection process. Laboratory, effluent and/or wastewater treatment experience is preferred, but not required, as training is part of onboarding. The Career You Will Build: Leadership training Promotional opportunities The Benefits You Will Enjoy: Global Cellulose Fibers offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, and Voluntary Benefits. The Culture You Will Experience: Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.   The Company You Will Join: Global Cellulose Fibers helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday productions.  Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products.  GCF is transitioning to become a standalone company supported by American Industrial Partners, positioning us to deliver enhanced value to customers and continue shaping a healthier, more sustainable future.    Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.