Rendering Operator: Protein Conversion Specialist (Day Shift)

Pilgrim; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Business casual attire

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Control Room Operator to safely operate the cooker and rendering equipment and to meet food safety plan requirements. You will inspect equipment daily, communicate issues to management, and monitor bins and finished products for safety and efficiency.

You’ll handle mechanical monitoring, assist maintenance, and perform housekeeping. The role requires clear communication, readiness to cross-train, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a 5:30 AM–6:00 PM day shift.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of communicating in both oral and written formats.
• Must possess an understanding of the fundamental principles of manufacturing.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• The employee is required to lift a minimum of 50lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate the cooker and rendering equipment to produce a quality product per safety and production requirements.
• Inspect equipment daily to ensure safe operation and performance specs.
• Communicate safety or production issues to management promptly.
• Monitor raw material bins, flow ways and finished storage bins for safety and efficiency.
• Monitor mechanical systems and report any issues; assist maintenance as needed.
• Perform housekeeping duties in assigned areas and support cross-training.
• Adhere to safety, drug, alcohol and background check policies as required.
• Possess strong oral and written communication abilities.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Manufacturing principles

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Control Room Operator to safely operate the cooker and rendering equipment and to meet food safety plan requirements. You will inspect equipment daily, communicate issues to management, and monitor bins and finished products for safety and efficiency.

You’ll handle mechanical monitoring, assist maintenance, and perform housekeeping. The role requires clear communication, readiness to cross-train, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a 5:30 AM–6:00 PM day shift.