Wastewater Treatment Manager – Lumber Bridge, NC

Wastewater Treatment Manager

📍 Location: Lumber Bridge, North Carolina
🏢 Work Arrangement: On-Site
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A leading food manufacturing organization is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of its Water Treatment Plant and associated well systems.

This role is responsible for ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality water for plant operations, managing treatment equipment and personnel, maintaining compliance with environmental regulations, and serving as a key liaison between Operations, Environmental, and Regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations & Compliance

• Oversee daily operation of the Water Treatment Plant and associated wells.

• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality water across the manufacturing complex.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable state and federal environmental regulations.

• Prepare and submit required reports related to water usage, permitting, and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor treatment performance and implement operational improvements.

Maintenance & Asset Management

• Manage preventative maintenance programs for water treatment equipment and wells.

• Oversee chemical inventory, spare parts, supplies, and operational resources.

• Coordinate equipment repairs and system upgrades to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Team Leadership

• Supervise Water Treatment Operators and support staff.

• Manage hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management activities.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment.

• Develop team capabilities through ongoing training and coaching.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze operational data, logs, and system performance metrics.

• Identify opportunities to improve treatment efficiency and reliability.

• Communicate operational performance and compliance status to leadership and environmental teams.

• Support environmental audits and inspections as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of Water Treatment and/or Wastewater Treatment experience.

• Active Water Treatment License with required endorsements.

• Strong knowledge of:

• EPA regulations

• Environmental compliance requirements

• Water treatment operations

• Permitting and reporting processes

Preferred Experience

• Supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Experience in food processing or manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of groundwater well operations and maintenance.

• Experience managing environmental reporting and regulatory inspections.

Key Skills

✔ Water Treatment Operations
✔ Wastewater Treatment
✔ Environmental Compliance
✔ EPA Regulations
✔ Regulatory Reporting
✔ Preventative Maintenance
✔ Team Leadership
✔ Process Improvement
✔ Safety Management
✔ Operational Analysis

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed water treatment professional with strong operational and compliance experience who can lead both plant operations and personnel.

They will bring:

• Hands-on water treatment expertise.

• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.

• Experience managing treatment systems, wells, and maintenance programs.

• Leadership ability to supervise and develop operational teams.

• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

5+ Years

Seniority

Associate Level

Education

High School Diploma/GED

License

Water Treatment License Required

Industry

Food Manufacturing / Environmental

Leadership

Team Supervision Required

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Leadership role overseeing critical utility operations.

• Opportunity to manage water treatment systems supporting a large manufacturing complex.

• Stable organization with strong growth and long-term career opportunities.

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and healthcare programs.

• Family-oriented culture focused on teamwork, operational excellence, and employee development.

Landfill District Manager II | $120K–$125K | Environmental Services | Morristown, IN

Job Title: Landfill District Manager II
Location: Morristown, IN (Onsite)
Industry: Environmental Services & Waste Management
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level
Travel: Occasional
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Security Clearance: Not required
Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate
Compensation:

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $125,000 USD

• Bonus/Commission: None

• Benefits: Full package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with match, Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays)

Role Overview:

A market-leading environmental solutions provider is seeking a Landfill District Manager II to lead operations at a landfill site in Morristown, Indiana. This role is pivotal in ensuring safety, compliance, productivity, and profitability. Reporting into regional leadership, this position is ideal for an experienced operations leader with deep knowledge of landfill or construction management, heavy equipment, and field operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily landfill operations, site development, and compliance activities.

• Lead and manage site teams including operations managers and supervisors.

• Own and manage site-level P&L, budgeting, and cost controls.

• Ensure compliance with all environmental, OSHA, and company regulations.

• Engage with municipal and local agencies to maintain service standards and relationships.

• Implement safety initiatives, equipment utilization strategies, and performance metrics.

• Hire, coach, and evaluate team members; manage performance and succession planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:

• Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required with 2+ additional years of relevant experience.

• Experience:

• 4+ years in a supervisory/management role with P&L responsibility.

• Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required).

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in landfill management or major construction site leadership.

• Proficiency with yellow iron/heavy equipment operations and engineering knowledge.

• Strong business acumen with a track record in operational leadership and cost control.

• Background in site development, waste placement, and safety management.

• Experience engaging with local government and regulatory stakeholders.

• Familiarity with OSHA compliance and environmental safety standards.

Work Environment:

• Office-based with regular site visits required.

• Occasional travel for meetings or corporate functions.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a Fortune 250 company leading North America’s environmental services transformation. The organization is renowned for its innovation in recycling, sustainability, and renewable energy – including the largest network of landfill gas-to-energy facilities in the U.S.

Employees benefit from a people-first culture, robust career development programs, and a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability.