Operator

Darling Ingredients • Kuna, ID

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cooker Operator is responsible for operating PLC to control machinery, monitoring pumps and grinders to ensure quality assurance, and maintaining a safe and clean work environment. This role involves documenting plant operations, reporting issues, and attending safety meetings. The position requires adherence to GMP programs and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• 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

• Operate PLC to control machinery
• Monitor pumps and grinders to ensure quality assurance
• 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 shift manager of any issues or maintenance problems
• Attendance at all safety meetings required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED