Rendering Operator

American Foods Group, LLC; Wright City (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

America's Heartland Packing in Missouri is seeking a Rendering Operator to grind and cook animal byproduct and deadstock using computer controls and monitoring equipment loads and speeds. The role emphasizes safety, quality assurance, and accurate record keeping.

You may work nights or weekends; prior waste treatment experience is a plus. The company highlights equal opportunity employment and a comprehensive benefits package upon opening in early 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Dependable, reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment for quality assurance along with record keeping for items such as record of temperatures and inspection of incoming raw materials to stay in compliance.
• Loading of trucks with finished products. The Operator will be responsible for verifying the trailer is clean prior to loading. Load trucks and manage load levels per product. Document load paperwork for each load and turn in.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Dependability

Adaptability

Manual dexterity

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

The Rendering Operator is responsible for the grinding and cooking of animal byproduct and deadstock. Operations are carried out through computer controls while watching motor loads and speeds of various equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment for quality assurance along with record keeping for items such as record of temperatures and inspection of incoming raw materials to stay in compliance.
• Loading of trucks with finished products. The Operator will be responsible for verifying the trailer is clean prior to loading. Load trucks and manage load levels per product. Document load paperwork for each load and turn in.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Dependable, reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a waste treatment environment.
• High school diploma or GED.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work
• Chemical safety practices
• General math skills
• Practices and procedures used in the operation and maintenance of wastewater pretreatment systems
• Sampling methods and the physical and chemical tests used in treatment plant control
• Process quality control requirements and remedial measures in dealing with process malfunctions and emergencies
• Ability to attend work consistently.
• Must be able to withstand long periods in cold, warm, or wet/damp environments.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Be adaptable and dependable and the ability to follow direction and work in cooperation with others.
• Ability to perform consistent, accurate work with minimal direction and successfully as part of a team.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to stand for 8 hours and work 12 hour shifts occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.

Summary

America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.

What we offer:

• Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
• Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!