Feather Process Operator

Darling Ingredients•Fayetteville, GA

About The Position

The Feather Process Operator operates computer-controlled process equipment, cookers, and other machinery; evaluates process problems; and performs product quality testing. The role oversees the rendering process from the raw material bin through finished-goods storage, maintaining the flow and operating conditions needed to meet process requirements. It also includes operating pollution-control systems, performing preventative maintenance, monitoring equipment, and keeping the equipment and work area clean and safe. Darling Ingredients describes itself as a practitioner of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

One year of manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience is preferred.
Knowledge of the mechanical rendering process is preferred.
Chemical manufacturing experience is a plus.
Good mechanical aptitude and equipment-troubleshooting skills, including general mechanics and safe equipment operation.
Basic math skills, including the ability to compute decimals and percentages.
Basic computer skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to deal with minor equipment or other situational problems.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Oversee the rendering process from the raw material bin to finished-goods storage.
Maintain a steady flow of material to the cooker.
Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
Monitor evaporation rate to maintain the required hourly rate.
Control material flow to presses and finished-goods storage.
Monitor the control panel and various gauges to operate the process.
Operate pollution-control systems, including air/odor control and wastewater control.
Perform periodic preventative maintenance on process equipment.
Monitor machinery and bring problems to the manager's attention.
Ensure equipment and the work area are clean after each shift.
Maintain safety as a top priority in accordance with company safety rules and regulations.