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Effluent Treatment Plant - Lab Technician
 Georgia Pacific | |
life insurance, parental leave
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 United States, Oklahoma, Muskogee | |
 Jan 29, 2025 | |
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Georgia-Pacific Consumer Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified professionals to be considered for our Effluent Treatment Plant - Lab Technician role supporting the Consumer Products Group Operations located in Muskogee, OK. The Muskogee facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue, paper towel and napkin products in a progressive production environment. As an Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Lab Technician at Georgia-Pacific, you would play a crucial role in monitoring and analyzing water treatment processes to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company standards. Your work would help maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of the effluent treatment system, contributing to the sustainability efforts of the organization. Our Team The Muskogee Plant is part of the tissue, towel, and napkin paper products manufacturing operation. We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace. We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Muskogee community. What You Will Do * Embrace influential leadership to support the organization while advancing our Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture * Collect water and effluent samples at various stages of the treatment process * Conduct chemical and biological analyses of samples to assess treatment efficacy and compliance with standards * Accurately record and maintain data related to sample analysis and treatment processes * Prepare detailed reports summarizing analytical results and trends for management and regulatory review * Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning properly * Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed * Ensure all testing and analysis procedures comply with environmental regulations and internal quality standards * Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs to validate laboratory practices * Monitor treatment processes and make recommendations for adjustments based on laboratory findings * Collaborate with the operations team to optimize treatment efficiency and resolve any issues * Adhere to all safety protocols and environmental regulations while performing laboratory tasks * Participate in safety training and contribute to a safe working environment * Identify opportunities for improving laboratory processes and procedures * Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in effluent treatment technology and methods * Availability to work both day and night shift assignment as needed Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * Experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably within the water or wastewater treatment industry * Experience with mechanical troubleshooting in a manufacturing or industrial environment * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail * Knowledge of environmental regulations and laboratory safety practices * Good communication and teamwork skills * Willing and able to work rotating shifts What Will Put You Ahead * An associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field * Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and data analysis software * Class D Wastewater operator certification * Proficiency using Microsoft applications, i.e. Word and Excel At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [1] here. Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath, tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [2] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click [3] here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click [4] here, [5] aqui, or [6] tu). #LI-CM2 References Visible links 1. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 2. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 3. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf 4. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_English.pdf 5. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Spanish.pdf 6. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Polish.pdf | |