Process Operator

Responsibilities

• Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.
• Maintains steady flow of material to cooker.
• Maintains cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
• Monitors evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements.
• Controls flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.
• Monitors control panel and various gauges to accomplish process.
• Operates pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control.
• Responsible for boiler start up and operation.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process.
• Monitors machinery; brings all problems to attention of manager.
• Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.
• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
• As trained, is aware of and responsible for their role in Darling's food safety program.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical rendering and/or process equipment.
• Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.
• Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Works well with others in a team environment.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Equipment troubleshooting
• General mechanics
• Safe operation of equipment
• Problem‑solving for minor equipment issues
• Flexibility to work nights and/or weekends
• Team collaboration

Schedule

Rotating hours.