Utility Worker

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients•Linkwood, MD

24d

About The Position

A Utility Worker loads and unloads raw materials and finished products and maintains the cleanliness of the plant and its equipment. The role supports production by operating or assisting with machinery, moving and processing materials, checking products for quality, and monitoring equipment for malfunctions. It also includes cleaning and maintaining plant areas, handling materials safely, and following company safety rules and required FSMS responsibilities. Travel to off-site locations is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
Ability to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
Operate machinery used in production or assist machine operators.
Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspection, and wrapping.
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
Start machines or equipment to begin production processes.
Observe equipment operations, detect malfunctions, and notify operators, supervisors, or maintenance.
Remove products or waste material from machines.
Manually lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items.
Transfer finished products or raw materials between storage and plant work areas by hand or forklift.
Pack and store materials and products.
Mark and tag products.
Dispose of materials into machine hoppers before mixing.
Mix ingredients according to specified procedures or formulas.
Know, implement, and delegate FSMS responsibilities as required.
Use a high-pressure hose to wash the parking lot, plant equipment, and surrounding plant areas, including spilled material.
Paint and wash plant equipment and building fixtures as necessary.
Use standard hand tools and power tools.
Operate company vehicles around the plant and property.
Ensure a steady, safe, and efficient flow of raw material from trailers to the dock.
Check and report the condition of raw material loads and truck interiors.
Prioritize safety and comply with company safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.