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Wastewater Operator/Lab Tech

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.

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Location
WAUPUN, WI
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Job overview

The Wastewater Operator/Lab Tech operates and maintains wastewater treatment and sludge-processing equipment, monitors and adjusts plant operations, and collects samples for laboratory testing. The role also includes performing quality-control tests, calibrating lab equipment, and entering data. The schedule is an 8-days-on, 6-days-off rotation with four 10-hour shifts, with different weekday and weekend hours.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Wastewater Treatment OperationsSludge ProcessingWater Quality TestingQA/QC TestingLaboratory Equipment CalibrationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSCADAArithmeticProblem SolvingMultitaskingIndependent WorkSelf-MotivationPush/Pull Heavy Loads

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or Equivalent3+ Years Related Experience or TrainingGrade T or Above Operator's License or Equivalent

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Operates and maintains wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment in wastewater treatment plant to control flow and processing of wastewater by performing the following duties. 8 days on 6 days off rotation; 4 - 10 hour shifts: 6am-4pm Weekdays; Weekends 6am to 6pm How You Will Make Contributions That Matter Operates and maintains pumps, blowers, chemical feed equipment, sludge processing equipment, clarifiers, and other related equipment. Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate the flow of wastewater. Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine load requirements. Starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of wastewater through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes. Maintains log of operations and records meter and gauge readings. Adds chlorine, polymer and other chemicals as outlined to disinfect and clarify water. Pushes/pulls 2500-pound totes using a hand jack. Makes adjustments to plant operation as required to include flow adjustments, chemical additions, equipment adjustments, motor speeds, and various set points on plant network. Collects daily samples, records daily flows, and conducts tests to include: pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, dissolved solids, total suspended solids, BOD, Ammonia, TKN, Phosphorous, Nitrates, COD, Chlorides, Volatile Acid/Alkalinity, and Microscopic Analysis. Completes bench sheets associated with various tests. Performs QA/QC tests according to DNR specifications. Calibrates lab equipment. Completes data entry using Microsoft Word and Excel. You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have Values that align with the Saputo culture. Pursuing Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a 2-year or technical college and/or 3-6 years of related experience and/or training; Pursuing Grade T or above Operator's License or equivalent experience. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to multi-task, problem solve, remain self-motivate, and work well independently Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and SCADA-Supervisory Control and Data Acquisitions. We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment On the job training. Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family. Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products. In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help. Accessibility Saputo Cheese To view the full job description please use the link below. https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjEwNDU2Ljg3NzBAc2FwdXRvY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20 ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjEwNDU2Ljg3NzBAc2FwdXRvY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

How this job compares

Set against the 2,156 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$51–71K/yr245 salary ranges
  • Wisconsin median$21–27/hr47 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 91 open Laboratory Technician jobs in Wisconsin and 2,156 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — more than three in four Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 1 year, across 881 postings).
Education
286 of the 2,156 open Laboratory Technician jobs (13%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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