Manufacturing Machine Operator

Operate and adjust pellet mills, and regular dryer inlet and outlet temperatures per specifications, overseeing and monitoring bin levels.

Regulate material mix to obtain the optimal pellet moisture and pellet density ratio, keeping pellet moisture under specified limits per compacted cubic foot by communicating the ratio of fresh and old sawdust and wet and dry shavings.

Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings.

Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly

Complete a daily report detailing temperature readings, dried material moisture, and perform density checks per specifications, and the average for the day, total mill hours, natural gas hours and estimate tonnage

Additional accountabilities as required

High School diploma or GED preferred

One to two years production experience in an industrial setting highly preferred

Requires working knowledge of all aspects of the production process

Process Controls Experience a plus

Will need to be able to pass the company forklift certification

Will need to lift up to 80 lbs waist high and stand for up to 12 hours per day

Will need to be able to use catwalks and climb ladders that connect catwalks up to 60 feet high and according to safety standards

Will need to have mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Will need to have the ability to do simple math calculations

Employee referral bonus program

2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)

Educational assistance

Life insurance, short term & long-term disability

401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting