The Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing. 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. • Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage. • Maintain steady flow of material to cooker. • Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels. • Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements. • Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage. • Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process. • Operate pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control. • Responsible for boiler start up and operation. • Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process. • Monitor machinery; bring all problems to attention of manager. • Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift. • Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations. Minimum Qualifications • Must be at least 18 years of age. • One year of Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of mechanical rendering process preferred. • Chemical manufacturing experience a plus. • Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment. • Basic math skills; ability to compute decimals and percentages. • Basic computer skills. • Good oral and written skills. • Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations. • Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.