Utilities Technical Specialist

Utilities Technical Specialist Alpek Polyester

USA 570 K

Avenue, Gaston, SC 29053 Full-time Full-time Job Description We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Utilities team based out of our Gaston,SC facility. The ideal candidate for the Utilities Technical Specialist position focuses on the treatment and management of contaminated process water, overseeing systems to ensure safe and sustainable water resources. Ensuring that wastewater treatment systems and practices adhere to environmental regulations and standards. Navigating federal, state, and local water quality standards and discharge permits (e.g., from the EPA or DES) is crucial, requiring close coordination with regulatory bodies throughout. Additional duties include monitoring and control of a Fluid Bed Incinerator maintaining CISWI compliance and annually mandated training for Utilities staff. Responsibilities The Utilities Technical Specialist will be reportable to the Utilities Manager and have responsibilities for the following tasks: Daily, weekly, monthly, annual reporting and monitoring of Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plant (IWWTP) Operational control of IWWTP Operational control of Filter Water Plant Operational control of Fluid Bed Incinerator and CISWI Regulations Redlining of Drawings, Reading P&ID's, Creating MOC's, Advanced Troubleshooting Leading Utilities Area Projects and continuous improvement across the site Landfill management practices Title V air quality reporting and monitoring monthly/annually Working with the environmental group on various projects and issues Capital project creation, management and implementation Troubleshooting process issues and problems Training all operators annually for

CISWI, CE, IWWTP

Operations and process changes Skills & Qualifications Required Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in relevant software and tools for design and analysis Knowledge of environmental regulations, standards and reporting Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Level "A" or Class I Biological Wastewater License in South Carolina 5 years' experience in wastewater treatment or large manufacturing facility Preferred Bachelor's Degree (1-5 years' experience in wastewater/environmental compliance) Experience in a manufacturing facility Process Safety Management experience Experience with SAP Experience with Distributive Control Systems Proficient with Word, Excel, Adobe, Falcon, Bentley View, and Microsoft Office Suite Alpek Polyester

USA, LLC

is a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people's lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment. Alpek Polyester

USA, LLC

is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. Alpek Polyester

USA, LLC

is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations. Alpek Polyester

USA, LLC

is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester

USA, LLC

is an Equal Opportunity Employer.