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Machine Operator I

Water Technologies
Hopkins, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026
Company Description

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework,Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Description:

As the Membrane Fabricator Machine Operator, you will operate state-of-the-art membrane coating equipment, including chemical mixing, quality checks, troubleshooting, and packaging. You will perform quality workmanship and keep scheduled deadlines to meet customer expectations. You will work shifts that are 12-hours long on a rotating week schedule.

As an Operator I you will: 

  • Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices; participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits 
  • Proactively communicate and address safety concerns
  • Set-up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment
  • Conduct handling and mixing of chemicals according to prescribed formulas and procedures (strong acids, bases, and solvents are used in regular process)
  • Enter production data into database, forms, logs, and SAP accurately, clearly, and completely
  • Move raw materials and finished products to proper locations
  • Monitor and document raw material and final product quality, including making adjustments to coating processes to assure membrane meets specifications, and perform and document cell tests on membrane 
  • Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct root cause of malfunction to minimize scrap 
  • Follow all life-critical policies and procedures (Lock-out/Tag-Out, Confined Space Entry, Line-Break) 
  • Contain, label, store, and transfer hazardous waste according to applicable regulations 
  • May be required to unload and test bulk chemical tankers
  • Support area cycle counts, inventory control, SAP transactions
  • Perform regularly scheduled maintenance and calibration procedures
  • Prepare and package membrane samples
  • Assist in process changes and new product development
  • Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead
Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements: 

  • Minimum of 1 year (12-months) of experience as a machine operator, maintenance technician, chemical mixer/handler, or military service in a technical background 
  • Ability to lift/ handle up to 50 lbs

Eligibility Requirements: 

  • Willingness to work with chemicals, including solvents and acids
  • Ability to work overtime 
  • Willing to perform preventative maintenance (changing filter, strainers, cleaning) 
  • Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes, and, on an intermittent basis, respirator protection in the form of a PAPR 
  • Willingness to be trained and practice forklift operations, LOTO operations, confined space operations (HVAC HEPA Filter Changes) 

Desired Qualifications/Requirements: 

  • Associate’s Degree in engineering, industrial technology, instrumentation, automated systems and robotics, electronics engineering technology, industrial controls and robotics, right skills now for manufacturing, chemistry, or similar technical associates degree 
  • Familiarity with plumbing/fluid transfer basics including valve orientation, air bleeding, isolation, and more 
  • Inventory control experience using SAP or other inventory control program
  • Experience troubleshooting a continuous web or paper handling process
  • Ability to complete simple shop math calculations (percentages, chemical usage rates, yields, etc.) 
  • Experience using lab equipment such as FTIR (Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy), UV-Vis (ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy), Karl Fisher, viscometer, conductivity meter, micrometer, or other similar lab equipment 
  • Programmable Logic Control experience 
  • High attention for detail to ensure safe and accurate chemical mixing
  • Knowledge and understanding of web-handling manufacturing
  • Trained to operate a fork truck in a manufacturing area 
  • Strong communication skills 
  • Ability to learn and understands all policies, practices, and procedures
  • Experience working with chemicals


Additional Information

Why Veolia?

  • Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.

  • You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while
making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!


We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!

  • Life Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!

  • Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts

  • AD&D Insurance

  • Disability Insurance

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of
this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to
applicable law. $23 per hour with a $3 shift differential 

Hours Sunday through Thursday 9:45pm to 6:15am

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will
not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have
a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes
and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration
to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Salary : $3 - $23

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