Process Operator: Rendering & Quality Control

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Butler (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Process Operator to run computer-controlled process equipment, operate the cooker and related machinery, and test product quality. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to food safety protocols.

The position requires basic schooling and manufacturing experience, with opportunities to participate in maintenance and process optimization within a team environment. Night and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.
• Maintain steady flow of material to cooker and to presses.
• Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak levels.
• Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour as required.
• Operate control panel and gauges to ensure process accuracy.
• Manage pollution control systems including air/odor and wastewater control.
• Perform periodic equipment maintenance and report issues.
• Ensure work area stays clean and safe at all times.
• Adhere to Darling's food safety program as trained.
• Work well in a team and be flexible for shifts as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Process Operator to run computer-controlled process equipment, operate the cooker and related machinery, and test product quality. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to food safety protocols.

The position requires basic schooling and manufacturing experience, with opportunities to participate in maintenance and process optimization within a team environment. Night and weekend shifts may be required.