Process Operator

Darling Ingredients•Fayetteville, GA

About The Position

The Process Operator operates computer-controlled process equipment, cookers, and machinery, evaluates process problems, and performs product quality testing. The role oversees the rendering process from raw material bins through finished-goods storage, helps maintain stable process flow and operating conditions, and operates pollution-control and boiler systems. The operator also performs preventive maintenance, reports machinery problems, keeps equipment and work areas clean, and follows company safety and food-safety requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Works well with others in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience.
Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
Knowledge of mechanical rendering and/or process equipment.
Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills, including general mechanics and safe equipment operation.
Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the rendering process from the raw material bin to finished-goods storage.
Maintain a steady flow of material to the cooker.
Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
Monitor evaporation rate to maintain the required hourly rate.
Control the flow of material to presses and finished-goods storage.
Monitor the control panel and various gauges to accomplish the process.
Operate pollution-control systems, including air and odor control and wastewater control.
Start up and operate the boiler.
Perform periodic preventive maintenance on process equipment.
Monitor machinery and bring problems to the manager's attention.
Ensure equipment and the work area are clean after each shift.
Maintain safety as a top priority in accordance with company safety rules and regulations.
As trained, understand and fulfill the employee's role in Darling's food-safety program.
Perform other duties as assigned.