Production Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Operator is responsible for operating the rendering/evaporator system within targets to produce fats and meals within the company specifications.

Duration of Contract: 8 Months

POSITION AND JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Responsible for following all company and health and safety rules and for communicating all reportable incidents and submitting hazard reports.
• Responsible for continuously monitoring and making appropriate corrective adjustments as required to maintain the processes under control within the Key Process Indicators e.g. production rates, flow rates, levels, temperatures and steam heating, pressures, residence time, etc.
• Responsible to produce finished goods within company specifications.
• Responsible for maximizing process throughput and operating the equipment as intended without causing material plugs and spills, damage to equipment, causing a risk to health and safety, or negatively impacting the environment
• Responsible for reporting and recording all shift activities, events, reportable incidents, production information, maintenance issues, and other data as required (e.g. Shift Report/Log, production/process statistics, HACCP records)
• Responsible for communicating all relevant operational information at shift change directly or otherwise through logs and reports etc.
• Deal with ad hoc situations which may arise
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years’ experience in manufacturing or operations. Industrial or food manufacturing an asset.

• 2 years’ experience with heavy equipment in a continuous manufacturing process environment

• Maintain safe working practices and good housekeeping.

• Physically able to perform the demands of the job.

• Follow established operating practices and standard operating procedures.

• Capable of understanding basic physical principles related to flow, steam pressure, temperature and heating, and linear and rotational mechanical forces.

• Demonstrated technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise and make informed decisions.

• Motivated, well organized, strong attention to detail and able to communicate effectively.

• Flexible to work shifts as required.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Strong commitment to Darling’s company values.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $28.55 per hour plus overtime after 40 hours
• Uniforms, Safety shoe/boots and safety glasses provided

Darling International Canada Inc. is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with the skills and knowledge to support an inclusive manufacturing environment. Darling is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Department will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in an alternate format upon request. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting reflects a current vacancy within our organization.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified recruiters, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.