Cooker Operator: PLC-Controlled Production & QA

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Cooker Operator to run PLC-controlled equipment, monitor pumps and grinders, and ensure product quality within GMP-driven processes.

You will document operations, assist with safety meetings, and be prepared for night and weekend shifts as needed; prior manufacturing or rendering facility experience is a plus. This role requires safety focus and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.
• Experience in rendering facilities or production environments preferred.
• Team-oriented; dependable; able to work nights/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate the PLC-controlled machinery within set parameters.
• Monitor pumps and grinders to maintain quality and safety.
• Document plant operations per GMP program.
• Notify shift manager of issues or maintenance needs.
• Attend all safety meetings and follow safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Night/Weekend availability

Quality focus

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Cooker Operator to run PLC-controlled equipment, monitor pumps and grinders, and ensure product quality within GMP-driven processes.

You will document operations, assist with safety meetings, and be prepared for night and weekend shifts as needed; prior manufacturing or rendering facility experience is a plus. This role requires safety focus and teamwork.