Operator 1

About the role

The Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer‑controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.
• Maintain a steady flow of material to the cooker.
• Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
• Monitor evaporation rate to meet hourly requirements.
• Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.
• Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process goals.
• Operate pollution control system, including air/odor control and wastewater control.
• Start up and operate the boiler.
• Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all process equipment.
• Monitor machinery and report problems to management.
• Ensure equipment and work area are clean after each shift.
• Maintain safety as a top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• One year of manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.
• Basic math skills – ability to compute decimals and percentages.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to address minor equipment problems and various situational issues.
• Willingness to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the mechanical rendering process.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.

Physical Demands

Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch. Frequently must push, pull, move, or lift up to 50 lb. Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

About Us

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Our ingredients nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

Equal Opportunity

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.