Organics Receiving Area (ORA) Operator

Vanguard Renewables•Giles Mill, VA

About The Position

Vanguard Renewables is seeking an Organics Receiving Area (ORA) Operator to perform skilled work supporting the day-to-day operation of food-waste depackaging at its facilities. The role reports to the Operations Manager and supports safe, productive facility operations, including equipment monitoring, operational recordkeeping, maintenance coordination, and work with internal personnel and outside contractors. The work takes place in industrial and agricultural settings, both indoors and outdoors. Limited exposure to hazardous materials or toxic fumes may require approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions typical of an industrial environment should be expected. The company emphasizes adherence to applicable work rules and safety requirements.

Requirements

Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to regularly lift, move, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment, including a forklift.
High school diploma.
Fundamental proficiency in Windows-based applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, using a PC or tablet.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance and operating experience in an industrial processing environment.
Operational experience may be supplemented by military experience or training in a related field.
Relevant background in safety procedures and practices.
Ability to respond quickly to rapidly changing conditions.
Ability to analyze and interpret data and make sound recommendations about conditions.

Responsibilities

Depackage food waste and products brought into the facility.
Assist with managing daily truckloads.
Communicate with the team lead about daily depackaging workflow standards.
Complete daily equipment rounds and capture process flows.
Record operational parameters accurately and respond to unsatisfactory trends.
Create work orders in work-management software to track repairs and scheduled maintenance.
Assist in creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
Support and promote an accident- and incident-free workplace.
Follow and maintain working knowledge of the company safety program, including limited oversight of outside contractors to ensure safe work.
Communicate regularly with internal personnel to support facility productivity within capacity limits.
Demonstrate knowledge of and support health and safety programs in all activities.
Assist and support outside contractors with on-site maintenance.
Participate in plant housekeeping programs and material-handling safety activities to maintain safe working conditions.
Participate in planning and executing preventative maintenance activities.
Maintain reliable, punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance benefits, including an HSA option, with substantial employer premium contributions.
Employer-sponsored dental, vision, and wellness benefits, described as 100% paid.
Basic employer-paid life and disability insurance, with optional supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
401(k) retirement program with employer match and immediate eligibility.
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account options for healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
Education assistance program.
Adoption assistance program.
Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunity in addition to competitive base salary.
Paid time off.
Monthly cell phone and business expense reimbursement.