Joshua Holtsclaw
West Olive
Summary
Wastewater Manager with working knowledge of treatment processes to manage wastewater operations and promote environmental responsibility. Maintains water quality standards by effectively operating equipment and resolving minor technical issues. Demonstrated mathematical competence, mechanical skills, problem-solving and good communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Tyson Foods
04.2023 - Current
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Assisted in managing chemical inventory levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted plant operations.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation, critical equipment throughout the facility and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by EGLE.
- Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open communication, collaboration, and shared learning among operators.
- Conducted routine maintenance on treatment plant equipment to prevent unexpected downtimes.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
Wastewater & Environmental Manager
Darling Ingredients
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to wastewater treatment facility
- Prepared standards and quality control solutions.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure nutrients throughout wastewater treatment facility
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation, chemical feed systems, and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by State.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, skidsteers and Lifts.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator
Darling Ingredients Inc
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Utilized Software to create corporate safety sheets for eye wash stations, fire extinguishers and power tools.
- Created and implemented facility wide Lockout/Tagout procedures
- Maintained documentation of daily notes, safety training records and accident investigations.
- Inspected facilities, machinery and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards.
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed plans and specifications for construction of new machinery or equipment to verify proper safety requirements.
- Identified and made mitigation recommendations for electrical hazards within facility, unsafe employee behaviors and mechanical safety.
- Prepared and documented health and safety incident reports for management review.
- Created department specific Job Hazard Analyses.
- Performed employee onboarding and created a 60 day training schedule for each position.
- Created and implemented facility wide safety incentive program.
- Performed annual training along with refresher training to comply with safety standards and OSHA regulations.
Cooker Operator
Darling Ingredients
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
- Observed machine operations to detect clogged feed lines or worn parts.
- Trained and supervised new employees in machine operation and safety procedures.
- Broke down, cleaned, and sanitized work stations at end of shift.
- Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
- Documented production activities, incidents and any notable concerns in daily logs.
- Monitored feed production and quality control to achieve agreed standards.
- Monitored and responded to machine alarms.
- Adjusted machine settings to regulate temperatures, speeds, pressures and other factors.
- Participated in company safety committee to improve safety throughout the facility
Education
West Ottawa Highschool
Holland, MI2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Hazard Reviews
- Program Requirements
- Environmental Monitoring
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Injury Prevention
- Incident Investigation
- Lean Principles
- Training Program Management
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Corrective Action Plans
- Data Integrity
- Safe Work Practices
- Operational Procedures
- Project Specifications
- Emergency Situations
- Environmental Sampling
- New Employee Orientation
Certification
- Certified Accident Investigator
- Certified Power Industrial Vehicle Trainer
- A-1b - Plain Clarification
- A-1d - Impoundment
- A-1h - Non-Contact Cooling Water
- A-1i - Industrial Stormwater
- A-2b - Filtration of Wastewater
- A-2c - Air Flotation
- B-1b - Neutralization
- B-2a - Chemical Clarification
- C-2a - Disinfection
- C-3a - Activated Sludge
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Tyson Foods
04.2023 - Current
Wastewater & Environmental Manager
Darling Ingredients
02.2021 - 03.2023
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator
Darling Ingredients Inc
03.2019 - 02.2021
Cooker Operator
Darling Ingredients
12.2016 - 03.2019
West Ottawa Highschool