Crematory Operator

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.Properly receive and process human remains and ensures that the cremated remains are returned to the authorized person(s) according to company procedures and applicable Federal, State and Municipal regulations. Duties must be performed consistent with company mission and values and adherence to company policies and procedures.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing all the tasks involved in the cremation processReceives remains and ensures all documentation is complete and visual identification of the deceased is complete and accurate.Completes all required documentation with respect to cremation process and equipment maintenanceAdheres to all professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations applicable to the cremation of human remainsAdheres to all applicable policies and proceduresMaintains all Company logs/reports and required state-specific reportsMaintains all chain of custody paperworkPromotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conductMaintains the crematorium, equipment and adjacent facilitiesMay deliver/release cremated remains to appropriate funeral home or proper authorityOther duties as directed by managementMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a formal program at a college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science where required by state law.ExperienceMinimum one to three months experience as an apprenticeCertification/LicensesCertified Crematory Operator as required by state law; valid driver’s license required if performing removals and transfers of bodies and delivering cremated remainsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesFamiliar with the basic operation of industrial equipment to include basic trouble-shooting skillsBasic computer skillsAbility to maintain effective relationships with all affiliates and/or third partiesGood communication skillsHigh level of compassion and integrityProblem solving skillsAbility to multi task and set prioritiesDetail orientedPay: $22.00 an hour and negotiable based on experienceBenefits: Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance ProgramPostal Code: 60130Category (Portal Searching): OperationsJob Location: US-IL - Forest Park #J-18808-Ljbffr Service Corporation International