Job Description

The Operator is responsible for aiding in the operation of the process equipment, machinery, evaluation of any process problems, and performing product quality testing.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Maintain steady flow of mater ial throughout the facility
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Unload bulk and toted ingredients.
• Load finished products on bulk, van, and flatbed trailers.
• Perform periodic preventative maintenance on some equipment in process.
• Monitor machinery and product flow; bring all problems to attention of manager.
• Participate in facility housekeeping program.
• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing manufacturing environment.
• One year of manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.
• Previous experience with feed mill/pellet mill.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally work at heights.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, and high heat and/or cold temperatures.

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. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

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