Pellet Mill Operator

The Pellet Mill Operator II position regularly runs the following equipment: pellet mill, pellet cooler, process boiler, air compressor, air compressor cooling tower, and the chemical monitor. This position is also responsible for completing reporting for the boiler and cooling system.

Essential Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities per management discretion.

· Operates the pellet milling equipment, pellet cooler and air systems.

· Troubleshooting milling equipment.

· Quality control for the product coming out of the mill, including taking samples of finished product, adjusting water and steam levels as needed; and ensuring there isn’t any contamination of the product.

· Takes samples of water from process boiler, cooling water tank, measures chemical levels, and adjusts the pumps that introduce the chemicals into the water tank per water technician guidelines.

· Records temperatures of the water in the tank and records the heat and pressure in the dryer tanks.

· Responsible for following safety programs and reporting deficiencies to management.

· Attends daily Job Safety Analyses meetings (JSAs) and adheres to safety measures.

· Safety committee participation.

· Maintains daily production logs that are legible, neat and orderly.

· Operates forklift, aerial lift, scissor lifts, JD 544 loader, JD333 track loader.

· Helps with maintenance, repairs and installations of industrial equipment.

· Demonstrates an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved.

· Helps maintain regulatory compliance as communicated by the Plant Manager.

· Contributes to a positive workplace in a mill environment that promotes safety, quality, trust, and teamwork.

· Able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.

· Demonstrates a willingness to work in all environments as needed.

· Supports other functions and special projects related to the success of the business.

· Demonstrates a team player approach and self-motivation.

· General housekeeping of mill area, breakroom, and restroom areas.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Experience:

· 2 years of experience working in a machine operator role preferred.

· Mechanical aptitude is required.

· Experience operating heavy equipment.

· Understanding of machined fits and ability to use measuring equipment to verify sizes of parts prior to assembly.

· Understanding of bearing installation and adjustments, along with some hydraulic and electrical experience is a plus.

· Ability to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue.

· Professional communications skills with both internal and external customers, co-workers and team members.

· Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

· Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.

· Basic understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability.

· Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality and efficiency.

· Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines.

· Able to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment.

· Valid OR Driver License required.

Education Requirement:

· High School diploma/GED preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Machine Operators: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person