Pellet Mill Operator I

Drax Group; Antioch (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Bonus plan

Job summary

Drax Group is seeking a Pellet Mill Operator I for on-site duties at the Morehouse, LA facility. The role covers continuous operation, safety compliance, equipment monitoring, setup, and basic maintenance to support production goals.

Ideal candidates will have high school completion and 3–5 years of industrial experience, with a strong safety mindset and ability to work in a team or independently. Comprehensive benefits and a company bonus plan accompany the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years industrial experience.
• Ability to adapt to a team or lone working environment with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to meet HSE, quality and production targets.
• Perform quality inspections and complete paperwork as needed.
• Maintain and adjust equipment to maximize production and minimize downtime.
• Professional attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Promote a safe working environment and follow safety procedures.
• Learn and become certified to operate mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operation of pellet mills and related equipment; identify improvements.
• Follow standard operating instructions for startup, shutdown and normal operations.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards.
• Conduct basic maintenance to keep equipment in good condition.
• Record plant checks and relevant data in logs.

Skills

Industrial experience

Safety minded

Team adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PelletMill Operator I
Full-time,Permanent
On-site
Location: Morehouse, LA

As a Pellet Mill Operator, you will be responsible forall aspects of continuous operation of the pellet mill, including safety,equipment operation, monitoring, machine set up, cleaning and administrativefunctions to support site operations.

Why join Drax?

At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’retransforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to createa brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:

• A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
• Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
• A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.

Your Day-to-Day as a Pellet MillOperator:

• Constantly reviews the operation of pellet mills, hammer mills and related equipment to monitor production/quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas including startup, shutdown and normal operations
• Ensure standards of safety and housekeeping are maintained
• Perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order
• Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude
• Ability to solve problems safely, logically, quickly and confidently
• To work flexibly within their competence and provide effective communications within and external to their business unit
• Complete logs and records where necessary to record plant checks, etc.
• Covers other positions as necessary to meet the needs of the business
• Willingness to work flexible hours including unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidays
• Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate systems
• Inspect equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems
• Record or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges
• Ability to perform repetitive & physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, twisting, stooping)
• Ability to understand risk and follow detailed JRA/TRAs to avoid work site hazards

Who you are?

• High school diploma orequivalent required
• Minimum of 3-5 years industrialexperience
• Ability to adapt to workingwithin a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for meeting HSE,quality and production targets.
• Perform quality controlinspections and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Maintain and adjust equipmentto maximize production, minimize downtime and maintain quality standards.
• Must have a professionalattitude and work well with others.
• Promote a safe workingenvironment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures.
• Perform/coordinate goodhousekeeping in the facility.
• Must have the competency tolearn and become certified to operate mobile equipment

How we act at Drax:

Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:

• We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
• We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
• We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
• We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
• We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.

Ready to make a difference?

A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

Curious to learn more about us? We recommend you connect with us on LinkedIn for more insights.

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