Inedible Rendering Operator

Shift:

4:00PM-4:00AM

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Inedible Rendering Operator is responsible for processing of inedible animal products stemming from the rendering process.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Retrieves inedible product from the rendering department using pallet jacks to move large storage containers.
• Washes walls using water and foam cleaner.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
• Prepares for the processing of inedible products by measuring and placing items into the cooking tanks including animal products (tissue, bones, oil).
• Turns on the cooking tanks and monitor temperature gauges.
• Once cooking tank is at appropriate temperature, uses hoist system to raise storage container and using shovel will empty container contents into cooking tank.
• Monitors cooking tanks for 5 hours through the cooking process.
• Tests the oil to determine its cooking state.
• Removes oil from the surface of the cooking tank to be used in the inedible process at a later date.
• Following cooking/separating process, remaining inedible product is dumped into large containers.
• Takes container to second floor dock area, hoists container and using shovels dumps inedible product into waiting truck to be removed from the premises.
• Cleans floors with shovel, mops, brooms, foam cleaner, water, soap.
• Picks up debris including containers, pallets, trash.

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)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23