Process Operator

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Process Operator to operate computer controlled process equipment, cooker and related rendering machinery, move finish grease between tanks, and perform product quality testing.

The role requires working the 3rd shift, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM, and maintaining equipment at peak performance while adhering to safety and food safety programs. You will monitor controls, adjust temperatures and flows, load finished product, and support maintenance and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Good work history and attendance record.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Prior experience in rendering or production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.
• Maintain steady flow of material to cooker.
• Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
• Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements.
• Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.
• Load out finish product and monitor control panels and gauges.
• Operate pollution control systems including air/odor and wastewater controls.
• Responsible for boiler start up and operation.
• Perform periodic preventative maintenance on equipment in process.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety rules.
• Be aware of and responsible for food safety program requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Process Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, ww processing equipment, finish grease movement from tank to tank and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing.

Work Schedule: 3rd Shift; 11Pm - 7:30Am

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.


• Maintain steady flow of material to cooker.


• Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.


• Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements.


• Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.


• Load out finish product.


• Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process.


• Operate pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control.


• Responsible for boiler start up and operation.


• Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process.


• Monitor machinery; bring all problems to attention of manager.


• Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.


• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.


• As trained, be aware of and responsible for their role in Darling's food safety program.


• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• High School diploma or GED equivalent.


• Good work history and attendance record


• Must have Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred.


• Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment.


• Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.


• Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.


• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.


• Works well with others in a team environment.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.


• Occasionally push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.


• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, and high heat and/or cold temperatures.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law.