Pellet Mill Operator I

Drax Group•Bastrop, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Pellet Mill Operator, you will be responsible for all aspects of continuous operation of the pellet mill, including safety, equipment operation, monitoring, machine set up, cleaning and administrative functions to support site operations. At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 3-5 years industrial experience
Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision.
Responsible for meeting HSE, quality and production targets.
Must have a professional attitude and work well with others.

Nice To Haves

Ability to learn and become certified to operate mobile equipment

Responsibilities

Constantly reviews the operation of pellet mills, hammer mills and related equipment to monitor production/quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas including startup, shutdown and normal operations
Ensure standards of safety and housekeeping are maintained
Perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order
Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude
Ability to solve problems safely, logically, quickly and confidently
To work flexibly within their competence and provide effective communications within and external to their business unit
Complete logs and records where necessary to record plant checks, etc.
Covers other positions as necessary to meet the needs of the business
Willingness to work flexible hours including unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidays
Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate systems
Inspect equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems
Record or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges
Ability to perform repetitive & physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, twisting, stooping)
Ability to understand risk and follow detailed JRA/TRAs to avoid work site hazards
Perform quality control inspections and complete appropriate paperwork.
Maintain and adjust equipment to maximize production, minimize downtime and maintain quality standards.
Promote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures.
Perform/coordinate good housekeeping in the facility.
Must have the competency to learn and become certified to operate mobile equipment