Process Operator

Company Details Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We are the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy. Benefits Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to 401(k), health, dental and vision insurance, and paid time off. Job Summary The Process Operator is responsible for the operation of computer‑controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage. Maintain steady flow of material to cooker. Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels. Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements. Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage. Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process. Operate pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control. Responsible for boiler start up and operation. Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process. Monitor machinery; bring all problems to attention of manager. Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift. Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations. As trained, be aware of and responsible for their role in Darling's food safety program. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED equivalent. Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred. Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment. Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment. Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations. Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed. Works well with others in a team environment. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold. May involve exposure to biohazardous conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical hazards, and potentially dangerous equipment. Requires ability to remain stationary, walk, use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or balance, talk/hear/smell, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Work may require traveling to offsite locations. EEO Statement Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Darling Ingredients