Mill Equipment Operator - Full-Time - Immediate Hire!

Responsibilities

• Operating and adjusting 3 pellet mills.
• Performing QC testing of finished pellets.
• Testing of incoming raw material and mix moisture content.
• Roll changes on pellet mills using overhead hoist.
• Perform routine inspections of the process to identify any issues or problems.
• Assist dryer operator with keeping pellet moisture between 4-4.5% moisture content by giving feedback to dryer operator.
• Measure and record the Durability, volume of fines, pellet diameter, and perform soak tests on finished pellets to keep our quality in line with PFI standards.
• Continuously watch for problems troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings.
• Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly.
• Maintain a clean work area by clearing piles of sawdust around the mill room.
• Perform ash tests on mix as well as the finished pellet and communicate these to the dryer operator.
• Perform visual volumes of the silo’s volume and report that to the dryer operator.

Requirements

• Communication and Teamwork: Assisting the Packaging, Loader, and dryer Operators on the shift.
• Collect the shift Operator reports and verify that the paperwork is complete and accurate—complete daily Shift Summary Reports.
• Report and monitor incidents, accidents, and maintenance requests.
• Lead by example with exemplary attendance, work ethic, positive attitude, professionalism, and a safety-first mentality.
• Participate in down day repairs and cleaning of the process.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Qualifications/Education

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to communicate both verbally & in writing English.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of the production process.
• High degree of technical, analytical skills.
• Must be able to pass the company forklift certification.
• Lifting up to 80 lbs safely, nearly waist-high, and standing for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to use catwalks and climb ladders that connect catwalks up to 30 feet high.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills to solve pellet mill maintenance problems.
• Ability to do simple to basic math calculations.
• Working in a high temperature/ humidity area.
• Being able to work in confined spaces.

Benefits

• Employee referral bonus program
• 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
• Employee heating pellet program
• Lignetics SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE

Pay

$18.00/hour

Schedule

Day Shift, 7am-7pm, 2-2-3 schedule