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Process Operator 1

Darling Ingredients Inc.

Butler, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$7.25/hr
Location
Butler, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Process Operator operates computer-controlled process equipment, cookers, and machinery while evaluating process problems and performing product quality testing. The role oversees rendering from raw material intake through finished-goods storage, monitors process conditions and equipment, operates pollution-control systems and boilers, and performs preventative maintenance. The operator is also responsible for keeping equipment and work areas clean and following company safety and food-safety practices.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical RenderingProcess Equipment KnowledgeEquipment TroubleshootingGeneral MechanicsSafe Equipment OperationTeamworkLifting 50 Pounds

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDMust Be 18+Manufacturing, Industrial, or Agricultural ExperienceRendering or Production Experience

Full job description

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

We're one of the world's leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

The Process Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.

Maintain steady flow of material to cooker.

Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.

Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements.

Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.

Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process.

Operate pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control.

Responsible for boiler start up and operation.

Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process.

Monitor machinery; bring all problems to attention of manager.

Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.

Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.

As trained, be aware of and responsible for their role in Darling's food safety program.

All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred.

Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment.

Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.

Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.

Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Works well with others in a team environment.

Working Conditions

Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently

Exposed to bio hazardous conditions - Frequently

Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations - Frequently

Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Frequently

Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Frequently

Frequently: Sit, stand, walk, use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb/balance, talk, hear, taste, and smell.

Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to r ace, color, creed, r eligion, age, pregnancy, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster of this job.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1701

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