Cooker Operator 4 PM - 2 AM

Job Summary

The Cooker Operator is responsible for the operation of PLC to control the machinery. They must monitor pumps and grinders to ensure quality assurance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Blow grease lines as required
• Clean up to include but not limited to shoveling the floor, hosing floors and machinery down, using wheelbarrows and PIT's
• Operate the cooking process within selected parameters
• Document plant operations per our GMP program
• Notify shift manager of any issues or maintenance problems
• Attendance at all safety meetings required
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Works well with others in a team environment
• Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours and work 12 hour shifts occasionally
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms