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GlaxoSmithKline
Facilities Wastewater Treatment Operator
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What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$58,694 / year median in Pennsylvania
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Facilities Wastewater Treatment Operator GlaxoSmithKline United States, Pennsylvania, Marietta Jul 23, 2026
Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and SAP. Familiarity with good manufacturing practice, safety and regulatory requirements. Strong written skills for creating procedures, specifications, and maintenance plans.
Basic Introduction:
We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.Position Summary:
You will support and improve facility operations by your knowledge and experience of wastewater treatment applications, working principles of wastewater treatment, environmental technology, lab best practices, sample collection & analysis. You will work with operations, safety, contractors, and engineers to keep us compliant. We value candidates who are practical, curious, and calm under pressure. This role offers growth, the chance to solve real problems, and direct impact on our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.Responsibilities:
Responsible for wastewater plant objectives and testing (chemical, organic, biological), including sample collection, sample preparation and submission, and submitting regulatory compliance reports. Act as the facility subject matter expert for wastewater systems including; reviewing check sheets, controlled documents and maintain technical reference materials to ensure all regulatory compliance. Represent wastewater operations in regulatory audits, support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and change control management. Plan, coordinate and execute shutdowns and mid-level projects, ensuring resources meet schedules, regulations, and safety standards; Write HECP's/HECA's where applicable. Respond to on call to emergencies and maintenance malfunctions, coordinate daily priorities, and adapt plans for supply or personnel changes. Diagnose and resolve complex operational problems; provide technical guidance to other trades and cross-functional teams. Schedule and manage outside contractors; create work orders and issue work permits; escort contractors; deliver contractor safety training. Maintain required SCADA system, SAP and Veeva accesses; ensure all documentation (logbooks, permits, work orders) is complete and accurate. Ensure safety policy adherence and safe work practices, work order compliance, and training requirements. Maintain accurate equipment records, maintenance plans, and safety documentation.Basic Qualifications:
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification is required from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. 5+ years of experience as a wastewater plant operator in a commercial or industrial environment with experience working in lab environments. Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments. High school, technical diploma, or equivalent technical experience.Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to troubleshoot and a general mechanical aptitude.Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and SAP. Familiarity with good manufacturing practice, safety and regulatory requirements. Strong written skills for creating procedures, specifications, and maintenance plans.