Pellet Mill Machine Operator

Lignetics•Cascade Locks, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pellet Mill Machine Operator is responsible for operating and adjusting pellet mills, regulating dryer temperatures, and monitoring bin levels. This role involves managing material mix to achieve optimal pellet moisture and density, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining detailed daily reports on production metrics. The position requires physical stamina and mechanical aptitude.

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