Operator

About the role

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

Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One year of manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical rendering process preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing experience a plus.
• Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.
• Basic math skills; ability to compute decimals and percentages.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

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 lbs.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

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.