Rendering Operator Night Shift

Mountaire Farms; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eight paid holidays

Onsite wellness centers

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Mountaire Farms is seeking an entry-level rendering operator in Millsboro, DE. The role involves handling routine operations while working toward certification in one of five areas and performing additional basic operator tasks.

You will operate equipment used in producing animal proteins and fat, and support QA testing to ensure product quality. The position emphasizes safety, adherence to policies, and flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Must lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must possess forklift/skid steer certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety understanding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment involved in the production of animal proteins and fat.
• Monitor and oversee the cooking process, collect samples and test product to ensure QA specs are met.
• Monitor environmental equipment to ensure compliance and operate a forklift and skid steer loaders.
• Follow all safety policies, SOPs and support the Goal Zero mission.

Skills

Independent worker

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Skid steer certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Entry level, does not possess recognized certification. Handles routine operations, working towards certification in 1 of 5 areas in rendering operations: Load Out Operator, Receiving Operator, Utility Operator, Feather/Blood Operator, Meat Operator. Understands the basic theory, practical knowledge and skills to safely and successfully function as an entry level rendering operator. Possesses additional basic general operator skills.

Primary Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION Entry level, does not possess recognized certification. Handles routine operations, working towards certification in 1 of 5 areas in rendering operations: Load Out Operator, Receiving Operator, Utility Operator, Feather/Blood Operator, Meat Operator. Understands the basic theory, practical knowledge and skills to safely and successfully function as an entry level rendering operator. Possesses additional basic general operator skills.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate equipment involved in the production of animal proteins and fat.
• Monitor and oversee the cooking process, collection of samples and testing of product to ensure Quality Assurance specifications are met.
• Monitor environmental equipment to ensure that compliance is met and to be able to operate a forklift and skid steer loaders.
• Follow all company safety policies, S.O.P. regulations, as well as support the Goal Zero mission statement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must possess the appropriate certification to operate a forklift and/or skid steer loaders.
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of safety policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

About Us

Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.

Mountaire Overview

Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.

Total Compensation

Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!