Edible Rendering Operator

JOB TITLE: Edible Rendering OperatorDEPARTMENT: Edible RenderingSUPERVISED BY: Production SupervisorFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptSCHEDULE3:00pm-11:30pm / 11pm-7:30amSALARY RANGE: $21-$22/ hour D.O.E.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Edible Rendering Operator is responsible for tending equipment used to render and process animal source material including animal fat trimming. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESCompletes inspection of equipment to determine if sanitation is adequate to begin rendering process. Assembles rendering equipment including expellers, grinders, pumps, pipes, blades, cooking tanks. Tests equipment to determine proper functioning. Check tank availability/levels and manipulate valves to set the tank to be used. Remove product from tempering cooler, using powered lift vehicle(s), and securing product into the dumper. Log information on product such as lot number, weight, source company, start time. Opens valves and starts pumps and conveyors to move materials through rendering process. Monitors temperature gauges, rate of flow, and condition of materials passing through cookers, expellers, and grinders; adjusts valves and rate of flow. Label containers properly. Execute basic preventative maintenance including disassembly of centrifuges for the purposes of replacing gaskets, o-rings, and checking oil in gearboxes. Contacts maintenance mechanics for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. Execute sanitation schedule. Operate powered lift vehicles and hand trucks to move raw material combo bins. Other duties and projects 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. Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, typically: High School Diploma or GED.1-3 years of experience in a related field. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Self-motivated and able to work well in a fast-paced environment. 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. Ability to operate powered lift vehicles; obtain & maintain powered lift vehicles certification. Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to use common sense to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. I have read the job description above and I understand that the knowledge, skills, abilities, and assigned responsibilities listed are conditions of my employment with Coast Packing Company. I also understand that the job description may be changed or altered at any time and may not include all of my job responsibilities.