Licensed Waste Water Operator at B&G Foods Inc. in Roseland, NJ

Licensed Waste Water Operator

Location: Roseland, NJ

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Job Title: Licensed Wastewater Operator

Job Summary:

The Licensed Wastewater Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility’s wastewater treatment system in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This role ensures that all wastewater generated from food manufacturing processes is treated to required standards prior to discharge, while supporting the plant’s sustainability and environmental goals.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 3:30pm - 12:00am | Friday: 12pm - 8:30pm

Essential Duties:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain wastewater treatment systems, including pumps, screens, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, and other related equipment.
• Perform regular sampling, testing, and analysis of wastewater to ensure compliance with discharge permits and environmental standards.
• Adjust treatment processes and chemical dosages as needed to maintain proper system balance and performance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date logs, reports, and documentation as required by regulatory agencies.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues related to wastewater operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and sludge in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to water conservation and waste reduction.
• Participate in safety and environmental audits, inspections, and emergency response activities.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to ensure wastewater system reliability during manufacturing operations.
• All other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities:

• N-1 Wastewater License - Required | N2 Wastewater Licensed -Preferred
• Industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Microsoft Skills {Outlook and Excel}.
• Knowledge in preventative maintenance and good repair practices.
• Knowledgeable in repairing and rebuilding pumps.
• Ability to replace motors, valves, aerators, and filters.
• Must be able to run and fit PVC and black piping.

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $56,100- $93,500 Salaried Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick and Holiday pay)
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Work-life Balance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Casual Dress Code
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Disability Coverage
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. For more information on your federal rights, please review the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.