Waste Water Supervisor

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. The human nutrition division focuses on industry leading whey and milk protein isolates, concentrates, and hydrolysates. The animal nutrition division is a leading supplier of functional fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Supervise daily wastewater treatment operations to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant performance


• Lead and support wastewater operators, including scheduling, training, coaching, and performance feedback


• Ensure wastewater from production processes is properly managed, treated, and discharged according to permit and regulatory requirements


• Monitor system performance and make operational adjustments as needed to maintain compliance and efficiency


• Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports related to wastewater operations and environmental compliance


• Coordinate closely with Production, Maintenance, and EHS teams to support uninterrupted plant operations


• Perform routine wastewater testing and monitoring to ensure system performance stays within required limits


• Collect and review samples as required and coordinate with internal or external laboratories for testing and reporting


• Respond to operational issues or system upsets and take timely corrective action to restore normal conditions


• Support environmental inspections, audits, and reporting requirements as needed


• Ensure equipment and treatment systems are functioning properly and communicate maintenance needs


• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and ensure all team members follow safety policies and procedures


• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and cost savings where applicable

Position Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• 3+ years of experience in wastewater operations or industrial plant environments preferably in a food manufacturing, dairy, or other industrial production environments


• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred


• Experience working with production or utility systems in a plant setting


• Basic understanding of environmental regulations and wastewater compliance requirements


• Strong communication and team leadership skills


• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond to operational issues quickly

Actus Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.