Cooker Operator - 3rd shift

Darling IngredientsEast St Louis, IL
Onsite

About The Position

The Cooker Operator is responsible for the operation of an evaporator system. They must monitor pumps, grinders and associated equipment to ensure quality assurance. This is a night shift position, working from 11:00 PM to 9:00 AM, Monday through Thursday, with Fridays and Saturdays as required.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

  • Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.
  • Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred.
  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Works well with others in a team environment.
  • Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Always conduct yourself in a safe and controlled manner
  • Blow grease lines as required
  • Clean up to include but not limited to shoveling the floor, hosing floors and machinery down, using wheelbarrows and PIT's.
  • Operate the cooking process within selected parameters
  • Document plant operations per our GMP program
  • Notify management of any issues or maintenance problems
  • Assist in maintenance as needed
  • Attendance at all safety meetings required
  • All other duties as assigned
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