Cooker Operator

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Always conduct yourself in a safe and controlled manner
• 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

Qualifications

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

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position.
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet.
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder.
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Exposure Occasionally Frequently Constantly Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold Exposed to bio hazardous conditions Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment Travels to offsite locations Physical Demands Occasionally Frequently Constantly Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position. Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location. Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery. Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet. Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder. Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions.

Benefits

401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.