Pellet Mill Operator

Pellet Mill Operator

At Drax, we are working towards a zero-carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality.  
If you are a team player, adaptable to change, and have a hands-on attitude, join the team as the Pellet Mill Operator.  

So, what will you be doing?  

In this role, you will be responsible for providing clean up support and assistance as needed throughout the plant. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will stay active in this role helping our production teams to reach targets, while maintaining a high standard of safety. 
The core responsibilities and duties include: 

• Constantly reviews the operation of pellet mills, hammer mills and related equipment to monitor production/quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas including start-up, shutdown and normal operations
• Ensure standards of safety and housekeeping are maintained
• Perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order
• Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude
• Ability to solve problems safely, logically, quickly and confidently
• To work flexibly within their competence and provide effective communications within and external to their business unit
• Complete logs and records where necessary to record plant checks, etc.
• Covers other positions as necessary to meet the needs of the business
• Willingness to work flexible hours including unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidays
• Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate systems
• Inspect equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems
• Record or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges
• Ability to perform repetitive & physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, twisting, stooping)
• Ability to understand risk and follow detailed JRA/TRAs to avoid work site hazards

Who you are?  

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 3-5 years industrial experience
• Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision. 
• Responsible for meeting HSE, quality and production targets.
• Perform quality control inspections and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Maintain and adjust equipment to maximize production, minimize downtime and maintain quality standards.
• Must have a professional attitude and work well with others.
• Promote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures.
• Perform/coordinate good housekeeping in the facility.
• Must have the competency to learn and become certified to operate mobile equipment 

What’s it like to work at Drax?  

At Drax, we’re at our best when we help each other achieve the things that are important to each of us.
We’re passionate about our role in providing a supply of stable, renewable energy and if you want to play your part, then why not apply today?

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Salary : $34,800 - $44,000