Feather & Blood Process Operator
Feather & Blood Process Operator
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Feather & Blood Process 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.
*This is a 3rd shift position*
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- Oversees 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 maintain rate per hour according to requirements.
- Control flow of material to presses and finished goods storage.
- Monitor the control panel and various gauges to accomplish the process.
- Operate pollution control systems including air/odor control systems and wastewater control.
- Responsible for boiler start-up and operation.
- Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in the process.
- Monitor machinery; bring all problems to the attention of the manager.
- Assures equipment and work area are clean after each shift.
- Maintains safety as a top priority following all company safety rules and regulations.
- As trained be aware of and responsible for their role in Darlings food safety program.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Manufacturing industrial or agricultural experience preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year or more of 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.
Physical Demands
- Frequently required to walk stand sit climb balance stoop kneel crawl and crouch.
- Occasionally push pull move or lift up to 50 lbs.
- Regularly required 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.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
