Filter Press Operator

Clean Harbors located in Cleveland, OH is looking to add a Filter Press Operator to join the team. The Filter Press Operator will be responsible for pretreating sludge prior to sending it to the filter press area.

Schedule: Thursday-Sunday 7:30am-6:00pm

Training Shift: Mon-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Pay: $21-26/HR DOE, determined after interview and based on experience

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5;

• Competitive wages with weekly overtime opportunities;

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;

• Group 401K with company matching component;

• Tuition reimbursement;

• Positive and safe work environments;

• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times;

• Treating sludge during the filter press operations in coordination with the Lab Chemist;

• Follow all SOPS on filter press techniques;

• Take PH readings;

• Work with Lab team to ensure that filter cakes are within specific guidelines;

• Performs accurate manual calculations of flow rates, pumping times, chemical pump draw downs, etc. as required;

• Performs routine lab process tests to optimize both biological and other treatment processes throughout the plant;

• Accurately records data readings on operations log sheets and computer spread sheets, and assists supervisors with the interpretation of performance data to adjust process control applications;

• Controls the operation, monitoring, and inspection of process equipment within plants including; pumps and motors, compressors, screens, overhead cranes, membranes, chemical pumps and associated equipment. Ensures process operations are continuously monitored for performance within specifications;

• Interprets process control data (SCADA) and lab data against performance standards; initiates required adjustments to equipment within the plant to ensure effective and efficient processing and advises supervisor or other operators when conditions within the system warrant;

• Monitors and records onto daily log sheets unit process metering devices via gauges, computer process control systems, etc. on an ongoing basis. Coordinates process control adjustments in conjunction with the other operators on shift;

• Maintains data for required reports for internal regulatory agencies, and is accessible for all stakeholders;

• Other duties as assigned by Management.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;

• Industrial waste or hazardous material experience preferred;

• Lab testing experience is a plus;

• Ability to work in a team environment.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. 

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547. 

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. 

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making. 

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. 

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