Cooker Operator

Job Summary

The Evaporator Operator is responsible for the grinding and cooking of animal byproduct and deadstock. Operations are carried out through computer controls while watching motor loads and speeds of various equipment. They must monitor this equipment for quality assurance along with record keeping for items such as record of temperatures and inspection of incoming raw materials to stay in compliance with CGMP'S and 5 S programs.

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.

• Always conduct yourself in a safe and controlled manner
• Clean out grease lines as required
• Keeping work area clean by shoveling product overflow of the floor, hosing floors and machinery down, using wheelbarrows and PIV's to clean areas.
• Operate the evaporating process within selected parameters to create quality product.
• 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
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Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred.
• High School diploma or GED 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

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