Hydrogenation Plant Operator

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp in Wisconsin is seeking a Hydrogenation Plant Operator to start up, operate, and shut down the hydrogenation process in our facility. You will monitor equipment, log data, handle fats and oils, and ensure safety and quality throughout the batch cycle.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to work in a fast-paced plant, teamwork, and strong attention to detail. We offer competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, and education support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable and team-oriented while building strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Start up Hydrogenation Plant as per posted instructions.
• Fill out Hydrogenation Log at times indicated on sheet and other work-related logs/paperwork associated with the position.
• Supply hydrogen at proper pressure to the converter(s).
• Pump all fats and oils into converter and catalyst mixing tank.
• Take samples to laboratory for analysis.
• Add proper amount of catalyst, filter aid and bleach to fat or oil after pumping to converter.
• Heat fat or oil in converter and draw vacuum.
• Hydrogenate at proper temperatures, pressures and specific gravity.
• Cool product to proper temperature and use Industrial Filter into Tank 416.
• After 1st filtration into Tank 416, phosphoric acid and filter aid are added and the batch is agitated.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydrogenation plant equipment

Job description

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp in Wisconsin is seeking a Hydrogenation Plant Operator to start up, operate, and shut down the hydrogenation process in our facility. You will monitor equipment, log data, handle fats and oils, and ensure safety and quality throughout the batch cycle.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to work in a fast-paced plant, teamwork, and strong attention to detail. We offer competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, and education support.