Assistant Plant Operator

Lignetics•Mifflintown, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role consists of being a backup operator, covering breaks, learning multiple positions, facility cleaning, and being utilized where needed. The position involves operating and adjusting pellet mills, regulating dryer temperatures, and monitoring bin levels. It requires regulating material mix for optimal pellet moisture and density, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and maintaining pellet mill feed rates. A daily report detailing operational data is also required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred
One to two years production experience in an industrial setting highly preferred
Requires working knowledge of all aspects of the production process
Process Controls Experience a plus
Must be able to pass the company forklift certification
Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs waist high
Must be able to stand for up to 12 hours per day
Must be able to use catwalks and climb ladders that connect catwalks up to 60 feet high and according to safety standards
Must have mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Must have the ability to do simple math calculations

Responsibilities

Operate and adjust pellet mills
Regulate dryer inlet and outlet temperatures per specifications
Oversee and monitor bin levels
Regulate material mix to obtain the optimal pellet moisture and pellet density ratio
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings
Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly
Complete a daily report detailing temperature readings, dried material moisture, and perform density checks per specifications
Facility cleaning
Covering breaks
Learning multiple positions
Being utilized where needed