Evaporator Operator

About the role

The Evaporator Operator is responsible for processing trap and wastewater product in an effort to reclaim quality product.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the cooker operator and foreman to produce quality product through the evaporator.
• Monitor equipment at start by checking raw material tanks to know percentage of grease to water; make sure system is primed with good grease.
• Log hourly readings; make adjustments as necessary to equipment.
• Shut down equipment in correct sequence by following proper procedures.
• Assure equipment and work area is clean after each shift.
• Maintain safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
• Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, and high heat and/or cold temperatures.

Benefits

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