Water Plant Manager
PRIDE Industries · Fort Dix, NJ
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $110k–$130k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 27 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at PRIDE Industries (industrial) in Fort Dix, NJ. Plans and develops work schedules, equipment usage schedules and procedures for systems maintenance.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Base pay
- $110k–$130k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Engineer roles in New Jersey: typical posted base $116k–$155k. This one lists $110k–$130k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 13 production engineer openings in New Jersey, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 12 other live production postings in New Jersey.
- Base pay
- About 17% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $124k–$165k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- New product launch 46%
- EHS / safety 31%
- Lean 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Position summary
Under minimal supervision, the Water Plant Manager oversees the treatment, collection, distribution and daily operations of water plant facilities in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Employees in this job class must be detail oriented. This job requires advanced knowledge and understanding of applicable water regulations.
Typical duties
1. *Plans and develops work schedules, equipment usage schedules and procedures for systems maintenance.
2. *Ensures plant and operators comply with federal, state and local regulations through regular operational testing and maintaining meticulous recordkeeping.
3. *Supervises employees; ensures a competent, motivated team through hiring, training, development, counseling and reviewing the performance of employees.
4. *Establish and maintain line of communication with federal agencies, customers and local councils.
5. *Ensures budgetary guidelines are met; prioritizes expenditures to stay within budget and assists in the preparation of capital and operations budgets.
6. *Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition.
7. *Develops, maintains and submits regulatory compliance reports.
8. *Acts as a technical resource to field personnel and actively engages in field issues.
9. *Reviews work in progress and completed to ensure that work is performed according to instructions.
10. *Participates in a variety of departmental and other meetings on a regular basis.
11. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
- ◆Denotes Essential Job Function
Qualifications
- ✓Seven years of experience in water plant operations including five years in a supervisory role;
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of applicable water regulations;
- ✓Must be familiar with Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations pertaining to public water systems;
- ✓Skill in estimating time and materials common to the trade;
- ✓Ability to develop capital projects to improve plant operations and treatment methods and equipment;
- ✓Supervisory skills to hire qualified employees, provide for their professional development, administer performance management and disciplinary processes effectively, and address employee relations appropriately;
- ✓Ability to effectively supervise and develop assigned team to meet production/service goals while adhering to safety policies and rules;
- ✓Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to make presentations and respond to inquiries by senior management, customers and/or employees;
- ✓Demonstrated leadership, organizational, reasoning, problem solving and analytical skills;
- ✓Exceptional customer service skills;
- ✓Human relation skills to build effective relationships with team, customers and public;
- ✓Advanced computer literacy including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software;
- ✓Knowledge of business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation;
- ✓Mathematical skills to include the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations;
- ✓Ability to establish priorities and solve a wide range of business, operational and strategic management problems;
- ✓Flexibility to respond to changing work priorities and handle numerous projects at the same time.
Requirements
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred; however, a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Certificates or licenses required
The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract
Public Water Distribution System NJ W-3 (Required)
Valid Driver's License
Requirements
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:
- ✓Monitoring gauges, controls, and/or computer systems
- ✓Lifting materials up to 35 pounds
- ✓Bending and stooping
- ✓Climbing ladders
qualifications
required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.
At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.
How to Apply
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Join an organization where business meets purpose and every role contributes to a greater mission. Apply today at PRIDE Careers and be part of something meaningful.
Learn more about who we are and what we stand for at www.prideindustries.com .
PRIDE Industries is an Equal Op
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Pay Rate
$110,000 to $130,000 per year
Telecommute Status
Onsite
Announcement
PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:
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Job Description
PRIDE Industries
Job Description
Job: Water Plant Manager
HR Title Group: Federal Contracts (Facilities)
Salary Grade: E16
FLSA Status: Exempt
Approval Date: August 2017
Supervises
There are direct reports with this position.
Work environment
Work is performed at a customer’s location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.
