Pellet Mill Operator

W.C. Bradley Co. • Hope, AR

2d

About The Position

We are seeking operators who can control complex production processes, troubleshoot equipment in real time, and operate with a strong safety mindset in a high-performance manufacturing environment.
Responsible for monitoring and operating all processing and packaging equipment within the pellet production facility, and for monitoring and controlling product quality and production rates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years’ experience working as an operator in processing / manufacturing setting.
• Mechanical aptitude & troubleshooting.
• Experience in process control and mechanical adjustment.
• Safety awareness and operational discipline.
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work for long periods under a wide range of ambient conditions.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50-pound loads.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

• Performs all field functions related to the start-up and operation of all process and packaging equipment.
• Clean mills/maintain mills.
• Set Rolls.
• Once mills are started watch and listen for unusual sights (smoke, steam etc.) and sounds (loud rumble etc.).
• Check pellets at the mills and coolers for length, color and durability.
• Keep mill & cooler area clean.
• Clean bagging system.
• Start bagger with correct bags.
• Change date stamp.
• Startup palletizer, robot, and wrapper.
• Reset counters on bagger and wrapper.
• Make sure scale is set to correct weight for bag size.
• Make sure robot count (layer and bag) is correct and the correct UL#.
• Check seals on bags at bagger and wrapper.
• Conducts quality control tests for pellet product.
• Under direction of the Shift Foreman, makes plant adjustments for improving plant production and/or product quality.
• Uses forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Fills in as Warehouse & Shipping Operator as needed.
• Functions as maintenance technician during periods of maintenance downtime.
• Ensures all products are shipped or stored properly and counted accurately.
• Adheres to company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Maintains a safe, neat, orderly accident free work environment, including all warehouse work areas, aisles, trucks, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED