PRETREATMENT LAB TECHNICIAN

Job Details: Job Location: J & M Plating Inc - Rockford, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $21.84 - $22.09Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: 12-hours days - Sunday to Wednesday, Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades, ROLE SUMMARY:The Waste Water Treatment Lab Technician is responsible for maintaining waste water treatment, and line chemistry for quality production.RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential Duties Perform and maintain inspection records. Maintain tank chemistry Inspect tanks using the appropriate method Retrieve and examine water and chemical samples to verify qualities such as clarity, cleanliness, and consistency. Conduct and maintain wastewater treatment system Execute chemical add schedule Handle and Transport Chemicals Clean and Inspect Media Filters Monitor and fill “Day Tank” chemistry Unload inbound chemistry off trucksAdditional Duties Obtain and keep a forklift operator license through the company. Technicians must also support the performance of equipment maintenance tasks, such as cleaning tanks, scraping material, and maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work area, among other company programs (5S), safety and compliance standards, and preventive maintenance activities. Technicians must attend the shift transfer meetings in order to be up to date with the items completed and pending completion in a 24/7 organization. Report to the supervisor on any maintenance needs for the line.Qualifications: REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: Good verbal and written communication skills. Speak, read, and write English and or Spanish (English preferred) Organized with great attention to detail. Ability to operate laboratory testing equipment.  Ability to use Microsoft Suite Able to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to apply good sense, understanding, and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Ability to solve problems involving several variables in standardized situations, as part of a team. Perform duties and abilities to their highest potential Willingness to Keep Promises and assume responsibility for mistakes. Dedication to upholding customer expectations. Open and Honest approach to Continuous ImprovementQUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent Pass a Class K Industrial Waste Water test within 6 months of employment Fork lift license Experience working in Water Treatment and/or Fast-paced work environment is a plus.For more detailed information about our pay, benefits, and career opportunities for this role, please visit jmplating.com/benefitscareer.