Cooker Operator

Cooker Operator

The Cooker Operator is responsible for the operation of PLC to control the machinery. They must monitor pumps and grinders to ensure quality assurance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Always conduct yourself in a safe and controlled manner.
• Blow grease lines as required.
• Clean up to include but not limited to shoveling the floor, hosing floors and machinery down, using wheelbarrows and PIT's.
• Operate the cooking process within selected parameters.
• Document plant operations per our GMP program.
• Notify shift manager of any issues or maintenance problems.
• Attendance at all safety meetings required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum two (2) years prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Works well with others in a team environment.
• Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours and work 12 hour shifts occasionally.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.
• The ability to work 40-60 hours per week.

Work Environment

Must be able to work in a hot or cold environment (100 degrees F to 45 degrees F) - occasional outside work in all 4 seasons. Be able to handle odors associated with animal by-products.

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