Mon - Fri, 10:30pm - 7am

Smithfield Foods•Cudahy, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processor Hydrogenator Operator starts up and operates the hydrogenation plant to process fats and oils, following posted procedures and production schedules. The operator supplies hydrogen, pumps fats and oils into converters and mixing tanks, adds catalyst and other processing materials, heats and hydrogenates product at specified conditions, and filters and transfers finished batches to assigned tanks. The role also includes taking samples to the laboratory, completing logs and paperwork, cleaning filters and assigned areas, and transferring product between storage tanks and tank trucks or rail cars. The operator follows safety and cleaning requirements and performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor. The position is on 3rd shift, Monday through Friday, from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The role is primarily in a plant production environment, with exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme heat and cold, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and loud noise. Hearing protection is always required in the production area. The job requires lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing multiple flights of stairs, and at least 20/40 near and far vision. Required safety equipment includes bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye and face protection, hand and hearing protection, safety shoes, and fall protection.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to climb multiple flights of stairs.
At least 20/40 near and far vision.
Complete mandatory training/competencies in proper lifting, PPE, Lock/Tag/Try Authorized, chemical-specific training, PIT, elevator, and fall protection.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Start up the hydrogenation plant according to posted instructions.
Complete the Hydrogenation Log and other work-related logs and paperwork at the indicated times.
Supply hydrogen at the proper pressure to converters.
Pump fats and oils into converters and the catalyst mixing tank.
Take samples to the laboratory for analysis.
Add the proper amounts of catalyst, filter aid, and bleach to fats or oils after pumping them into the converter.
Heat fats or oils in the converter and draw a vacuum.
Hydrogenate product at the proper temperatures, pressures, and specific gravity.
Cool product to the proper temperature and filter it into Tank 416; add phosphoric acid and filter aid, agitate the batch, perform a second filtration to remove remaining nickel catalyst, and transfer the batch to the assigned finished tanks.
Clean filters as directed.
Close down the hydrogenation plant according to posted instructions.
Pump product from tank trucks or rail cars into storage tanks as needed, and pump product out to tank trucks or rail cars as requested; verify both destinations when using a 3-Way Valve to prevent spills.
Complete cleaning tasks assigned under the Department Cleaning Planner.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.