Water Systems Specialist - CIP & RO Systems (57246)

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Summary The Water Specialist ensures all product contact water (city water and plant generated potable water) used in the facility meets regulatory FDA Grade ‘A' Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) requirements and internal food safety and quality standards. This role oversees water treatment systems, monitors water quality, supports compliance with FDA/FSMA, and ensure all water used in manufacturing, sanitation, ingredient preparation and CIP systems is compliant with internal, customer, and regulatory expectations. Essential Functions Water Quality Monitoring & Control Conduct routine sampling/testing following PMO Chapter 7 and company requirements. Maintain and calibrate water analysis equipment (e.g. chlorine meters, turbidity meters…). Maintain accurate logs for raw, treated, and post-treatment water. Conduct trend analysis to identify areas with continuous improvement opportunity. Water System Management Monitor and maintain water treatment, filtration, RO, UV and/or chemical dosing systems. Manage water inventory through planning and predicting production of potable water and purchase of city water. Ensure proper functioning of backflow preventers, piping, storage tanks and distribution systems. Participate in maintenance planning and troubleshooting of water system components. Maintain sanitary design and hygienic standards for all water contact infrastructure, including: CIP rinse and final rinse water. Direct-contact water used in equipment, valves, and product pathways. Auxiliary systems (condensate of whey/evaporator water reuse, RO water, softened water). Ensure proper function and sanitation of water filtration, reverse osmosis/polishers, chemical treatment (chlorination, chlorine dioxide generation…), UV systems, and CIP integrated water routes. Partner with Maintenance to troubleshoot water heaters, boilers, supply lines, and backflow preventers. Compliance Ensure water quality meets PMO Chapter 7 requirements, FDA/FSMA Pre