Process Operator

Darling International Canada Inc.; Mapleton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rendering and recycling services seeks a Process Operator for rotating shifts. The role involves central control room and plant floor work to ensure efficient equipment operation and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have experience with heavy equipment and strong organizational skills. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Overtime Pay

Annual Incentives

Company-Paid Benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with heavy equipment in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the rendering system.
• Monitor processes and make adjustments to maintain control.
• Report and record shift activities and production data.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Aptitude

Job description

Darling International Canada Inc. is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry, operating six processing facilities across Canada. Darling Canada provides essential services for the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing, and recycling edible and inedible animal by-products. Darling is committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality, and excellent customer service.

Position Summary:

The Process Operator is a rotating shift work position in the Production Department. The operator is required to perform central control room work primarily, as well as plant floor work as needed to ensure proper equipment operation.

We Offer:

• $27.92 per hour plus overtime after 40 hours
• Annual incentives
• Company-paid benefits including flexible health and dental plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and an employee assistance program
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Educational assistance, scholarship, and apprenticeship programs

Rotating Shifts:

• Monday to Friday - Days
• Tuesday to Saturday - Days
• Monday to Friday - Afternoons
• Monday to Friday - Nights

Overtime during the week and weekends may be required as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe, efficient, and environmentally sound operation of the rendering/Equacooker system.
• Follow established operating practices and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor processes continuously and make corrective adjustments to maintain control over production rates, flow rates, levels, temperatures, pressures, residence time, etc.
• Maximize process throughput while preventing material plugs, spills, equipment damage, health and safety risks, or environmental impact.
• Report and record all shift activities, incidents, production data, maintenance issues, and other relevant information.
• Communicate operational information during shift changes through logs and reports.
• Provide backup coverage for holidays, vacations, sick days, or absences.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience with heavy equipment in a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of physical principles related to flow, steam pressure, temperature, heating, and mechanical forces.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Technical aptitude and motivation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to company values.

Darling is committed to diversity and accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with AODA. The HR Coordinator will assist with accommodation requests at any stage. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.