PLC-Powered Cooker Operator

Darling Ingredients; Linkwood (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Darling Ingredients in Maryland is seeking a Cooker Operator to run PLC-controlled cooking equipment, monitor pumps and grinders, and help ensure product quality.

The role emphasizes safety, GMP compliance, and timely reporting of issues. You will maintain a clean, organized work area and collaborate with team members to meet production goals, with the flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Team player with reliable work ethic and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate the cooking process within selected parameters.
• Monitor pumps and grinders to ensure quality assurance.
• Document plant operations per GMP program.
• Notify shift manager of issues or maintenance problems.
• Attend safety meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Shift flexibility

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Darling Ingredients in Maryland is seeking a Cooker Operator to run PLC-controlled cooking equipment, monitor pumps and grinders, and help ensure product quality.

The role emphasizes safety, GMP compliance, and timely reporting of issues. You will maintain a clean, organized work area and collaborate with team members to meet production goals, with the flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.