Wastewater Treatment Operator

Job Description

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch‑made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

The Opportunity!

The Original Cakerie is looking for a Wastewater Treatment Operator for our London location. The Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for running a small mechanical/chemical treatment plant designed to reduce Oil & Grease and TSS loadings in order to meet The City of London sewer by‑law discharge levels. The incoming waste stream is a combination of miscellaneous discharges from floor drains and other operational processes from the main facility. Water from the equalization tank enters the treatment plant and first passes through a strainer screen to remove large particulate matter from the stream. The water then enters a large Dissolve Air Floatation Unit (DAF), where mechanical and chemical processes separate the wastes into a floating sludge. The sludge is skimmed off the DAF, collected and removed from site for further processing. The DAF effluent is discharged to the city sewer.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct laboratory testing at various stages of the treatment process, focusing on maintaining optimal pH levels (colourimetric COD/phosphorus analysis, TSS, and pH measurements).


• Monitor gauges, meters and control valves related to process flow, chemical dosage, and effluent.


• Observe and assess operating conditions; perform calculations, identify issues, and implement corrective actions as required.


• Operate pumps to control and adjust flow rates and treatment stages.


• Operate valves and gates manually and remotely via SCADA system to manage treatment operations.


• Adhere to the Original Cakerie’s process water treatment requirements to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.


• Accurately perform data entry, maintain operational logs, trend data, and generate reports.


• Communicate effectively with co‑workers, maintenance personnel, environmental coordinators, and health & safety representatives.


• Ensure all products remain within required specifications.


• Follow hygiene protocols in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Master Sanitation Schedules.


• Perform routine maintenance, including preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment.


• Adhere to safety, quality, and operational performance standards.


• Support training and continuous learning activities within the department.


• Dispose of waste bins in the garbage room as needed and support contract cleaning and maintenance services when necessary.


• Perform other job duties as required.

Qualifications and Position Requirements

• Completed post‑secondary education in an environmental or chemical related discipline.


• Three or more years of job experience in water treatment.


• Currently holds an active OIT license.


• Knowledge of chemicals and comfortable working with exposure to cold temperatures.


• Knowledge of operational parameters and treatment processes, mechanics and hydraulics of wastewater treatment.


• Capable of working independently while maintaining organization and applying sound judgment in decision‑making.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills.


• Strong mechanical aptitude is a requirement.


• Ability to perform heavy lifting, climb stairs, and work with a sense of urgency.


• Must be willing and capable of undergoing training in working at heights and the safe operation of aerial platform equipment (e.g., Genie boom lifts, scissor lifts).


• All other duties as assigned.

Shift Summary

• Required to be available for a minimum of five shifts per week and be flexible to work Monday to Friday.


• The shift runs for 8 hours with a 30‑minute break added.

Schedule

• Must be able to accommodate the start time for this shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Pay Rate

While performing the Wastewater Treatment role, the hourly rate is $27.59.

Benefits

• Discount on cakes.


• We provide uniforms, safety shoes and sick pay.


• This position also provides comprehensive benefits & RRSP contribution after probation is complete.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler’s Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne’s Fine Desserts, Kenny’s Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Please apply and attach a copy of your resume. We thank you in advance for your interest in The Original Cakerie. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This posting reflects an existing position. Resume screening and candidate evaluation are conducted without the use of artificial intelligence (AI).