Process Operator

Darling International Inc.; Des Moines, Town of Mosinee (IA, WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Operator to oversee the operation of computer-controlled process equipment in a dynamic rendering facility. This role involves ensuring the smooth flow of materials, maintaining optimal operating conditions, and performing quality testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, a good work history, and the ability to work in a team environment. Join a company that values safety and quality, and contribute to a vital process that supports food safety initiatives. If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding position, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Good work history and attendance record.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversees rendering process from raw material to finished goods.
• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with company rules.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Equipment Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Control Panel

Pollution Control System

Job description

Job Summary

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

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.

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