Waste Water Treatment Technician jobs in Arizona

Requisition Number: 62823

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

The purpose of this position is:

• This is an entry-level position in the Wastewater Treatment Department.
• Manufacturing Associate I’s in this role are responsible for learning and executing processes to ensure soft water and DI water are maintained as well as ensuring wastewater discharges comply with the facility’s current Industrial User Wastewater Discharge Permit.
• Processes to learn include housekeeping, water testing, hazardous waste labeling and disposal procedures, and how to treat water properly chemically prior to discharge to the city.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspecting and maintaining equipment, tanks, and other work areas.
• General housekeeping, including sweeping and mopping.
• Collecting and testing water samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards.
• Adding chemical to treat water metal levels.
• Monitoring operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Operating and adjusting controls on equipment to purify and clarify process water.
• Collect hazardous waste from other departments and properly label and maintain site accumulation storage areas.
• Maintain chemical storage area.
• Successful completion of required safety and environmental courses assigned.
• Successful completion of forklift training program and maintaining license.
• Associates should proactively report any part, process, or equipment issues as soon as they become aware.
• Comply with all environmental, safety, and health policies and practices.
• The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.

Working Conditions:

• Hot summer temperatures (100° ) and cold winter temperatures (35°F). Exposure to these temperatures is intermittent.
• Environment has constant noise.

Physical Demands:

• Occasional exerting of 50-100 pounds of force.
• Must be able to occasionally climb stairs and portable ladders.
• Occasional sitting.
• Constant standing/walking.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional squatting and stooping

Education/Experience:

• High School or General Education Diploma required
• Similar experience preferred but not required

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $22.00 hourly rate - $26.12 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix