Rendering Machine Operator

Shift/Schedule: Looking for • 1st Shift- (7:00am-3:30pm) • 3rd Shift- (11:00pm-7:30am) POSITION SUMMARY: The Edible Rendering Operator is responsible for tending equipment used to render and process animal source material including animal fat trimming. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes inspection of equipment to determine if sanitation is adequate to begin the rendering process. • Assembles rendering equipment including expellers, grinders, pumps, pipes, blades, and cooking tanks. • Tests equipment to determine proper functioning. • Check tank availability/levels and manipulate valves to set the tank to be used. • Remove the product from the tempering cooler, using powered lift vehicle(s), and secure the product into the dumper. • Log information on the product such as lot number, weight, source company, and start time. • Opens valves and starts pumps and conveyors to move materials through the rendering process. • Monitors temperature gauges, rate of flow, and condition of materials passing through cookers, expellers, and grinders; adjust valves and rate of flow. • Label containers properly. • Execute basic preventative maintenance including disassembly of centrifuges for the purposes of replacing gaskets, and o-rings, and checking the oil in gearboxes. • Contacts maintenance mechanics for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. • Execute sanitation schedule. • Other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES • Safety Conscious • Thoroughness • Time Management • Problem-Solving Analysis • Communication Proficiency MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, typically: • Jr. High School or equivalent level literacy • Elementary School level math • 0-6 months of a combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to read and write at a Jr. High School level or equivalent. • Basic arithmetic ability, including addition and multiplication. • Self-motivated and able to work well in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to drive, pass, and maintain powered lift vehicle(s) certification. • Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance. • Effective verbal communication. • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one conversations with other employees in the organization. • Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships. • Ability to use common sense to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. • Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures. • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. • Ability to work holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts. • Ability to work overtime. • Ability to operate machinery. • Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise levels. • Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high ambient temperature. • Ability to work in an environment with up to 100% humidity. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations. • Office and plant setting. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud in the work area. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations. • Perform tasks requiring reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, talking, and hearing. • Requires the ability to lift or move objects up to 60 pounds. • Sustain frequent movement of the fingers, wrists, hands, torso, and arms. • Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and focus. • Stand and/or walk for sustained periods of time on a daily basis. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Overnight shift • Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person