Lead Wastewater Operator

Job Description Summary

The Coca-Cola Company. Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. It's an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company's flagship market. We're accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do!

The Atlanta Syrup Plant is seeking a qualified individual to lead the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the wastewater treatment facility and its processes. This role is responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of plant operations, directing skilled personnel in daily operational and maintenance activities, and ensuring the proper collection and documentation of laboratory samples. The position also requires strict compliance with all state and federal environmental and operating regulations.

Additional responsibilities include managing supply orders, participating in leadership meetings, serving as the primary liaison between the Wastewater and Water Treatment teams and plant leadership, and promoting a strong culture of safety and operational excellence.

Function Related Activities and Key Responsibilities

• Keep appropriate records documenting compliance to permit requirements and sending to City of Atlanta or EPA
• Assist in site efforts to consistently demonstrate adherence to all applicable safety and environmental regulations. Comply with all standard operating procedures and requirements.
• Operate wastewater treatment systems, Dissolved Air Flotation, and associated equipment
• Manage wastewater operations in an environmentally responsible manner
• Resolve minor equipment technical issues within Wastewater and Water Treatment processes
• Monitor storm water basins and outside storage areas
• Maintain equipment and area cleanliness to ensure compliance with all GMP standards.
• Perform some preventative maintenance duties
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Advocate for the safety of the other wastewater technicians
• Conduct wastewater sampling and analyses including equipment calibrations
• Conduct regulatory based inspections of wastewater storage/collection areas using standardized checklists
• Generate work requests for maintenance outside skill sets
• Troubleshoot and correct problems during equipment operation.
• Comply with all standard safety practices, Company rules, and policies.
• Able to identify deficiencies within area of responsibility and implement or recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Conduct routines to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Updates excel spreadsheets of wastewater metrics
• Wastewater Treatment outdoor clean-up activities as required
• Coordinate data, report, and regulatory submission verification, validation, and documentation.
• Demonstrate leadership and responsibility in environmental, safety and performance metrics.

Education and Qualifications

• Wastewater Technician 1. Related degree preferred.
• 5 years or more wastewater experience preferred
• State of Georgia Industrial or Wastewater Operator 1 license required.
• Ability to work on projects independently and under minimal supervision.
• Physical agility including climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting minimum of 35 lbs.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions given in English.
• Have a good attendance record
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to work 8-12-hour shifts, or other work schedules as determined by business need, including overtime as required.
• Ability to conduct training of others.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
• Basic understanding of Safety regulations.

Related Work Experience

Wastewater Techician, Water treatment, Safety, Environmental Reporting, Purchasing, laboratory safety, local regulations, etc.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Pay Range

United States: 94,938 - 116,036 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

• Location(s): United States of America
• City/Cities: Atlanta
• Travel Required: 00% - 25%
• Relocation Provided: No
• Job Posting End Date: November 25, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve.

We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.