Rendering Operator 1 - Mechanical background preferred - 2nd Shift

Clemens Food Group; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,981 - 41,276; Full time

Job summary

Clemens Food Group is seeking a dedicated Rendering Operator to support daily operations in the rendering department. The role involves safe operation of equipment to process pork by-products into usable materials, aligned with our sustainability and food safety goals.

The position offers a starting rate of $24/hour plus a $1.50 shift differential, with a Monday–Friday 12pm–8pm schedule. You will manage equipment, perform sanitation tasks, and ensure HACCP compliance, including LOTO procedures

Qualifications

• Proficient in basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must read and understand English and follow safety guidelines.
• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work in variable temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Operate cookers, dryers, presses, mills, blowers, conveyors, and pumps.
• Manage truck loading, tanker sanitation, and yard truck movement for weighing/loading trailers.
• Use touchscreen controls to monitor systems.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation including tank washing and chemical handling.
• Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for setup, teardown, and light maintenance.
• Maintain HACCP compliance and track quality using an iPad.
• Work safely at heights up to 60 feet to clean silos and pipes.
• Operate forklifts (PIT) and potentially low boys for material handling.
• Handle pork by-products as part of raw material processing.

Skills

Basic math

English language

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety-minded

Tools

Forklift operation

PIT certified

Job description

Position Summary

Clemens Food Group is seeking a dedicated Rendering Operator to support daily operations in our rendering department. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of equipment used to process pork by-products into usable materials, supporting our sustainability and food safety goals.

Starting Rate

$24/HR + $1.50 Shift differential

Schedule

M-F 12pm - 8pm

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as cookers, dryers, presses, mills, blowers, conveyors, and pumps
• Manage truck loading, tanker sanitation, and yard truck movement for weighing/loading trailers
• Use touchscreen controls, buttons, and switches to monitor systems
• Perform cleaning/sanitation duties including tank washing, trash removal, and chemical handling
• Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for setup, teardown, and light maintenance
• Maintain compliance with HACCP protocols using an iPad for product safety and quality tracking
• Work safely at heights up to 60 feet to clean silos and pipes
• Use forklifts (PIT) and potentially low boys for material handling
• Handle pork offal (e.g., heads, blood, guts, hair) as part of raw material processing

Required Qualifications

• Comfortable working in hot and cold environments
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Proficient in basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Must speak, read, and understand English
• Willingness to work overtime and some Saturdays
• Not afraid of heights; must work on silo platforms (approx. 60 ft)
• Experience or willingness to learn chemical and high-pressure hose use

Preferred Experience

• Experience in food production, sanitation, logistics, or mechanical roles
• Familiarity with LOTO, HACCP, and industrial cleaning procedures
• PIT certified or prior forklift operation a plus