Mill and Dryer Controls Operator - Rotating Schedule- Immediate Hire!

Lignetics•Kenbridge, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position operating and regulating pellet mills and dryers. The role involves monitoring bin levels, regulating material mix for optimal pellet quality, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. A daily report detailing operational data is required, along with other accountabilities as needed.

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.

Nice To Haves

Process Controls Experience a plus.

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.
Communicate the ratio of fresh and old sawdust and wet and dry shavings to maintain pellet moisture under specified limits.
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, perform density checks per specifications, average for the day, total mill hours, natural gas hours, and estimate tonnage.
Perform additional accountabilities as required.