Pellet Mill Operator

Pellet Mill OperatorThe Pellet Mill Operator is responsible for all aspects of continuous operation of the pellet mill, including safety, equipment operation, monitoring, machine set up, cleaning and administrative functions to support site operations.Take ownership of personal developmentAdhere to agreed policies and practices to maintain an effective workplace capable of meeting its objectivesManage relationships internally and externallyShare expertise and knowledgeProactively cross train in plant activities/projectsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum of 3-5 years industrial experienceAbility to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervisionResponsible for meeting HSE, quality and production targetsPerform quality control inspections and complete appropriate paperworkMaintain and adjust equipment to maximize production, minimize downtime and maintain quality standardsMust have a professional attitude and work well with othersPromote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety proceduresPerform/coordinate good housekeeping in the facilityMust have the competency to learn and become certified to operate mobile equipmentAbility to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environmentAbility to work at elevated heightsWalking on slippery or uneven surfaces from time-to-timeConstantly reviews the operation of pellet mills, hammer mills and related equipment to monitor production/quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvementFollows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas including start-up, shutdown and normal operationsEnsure standards of safety and housekeeping are maintainedPerform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working orderCommitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitudeAbility to solve problems safely, logically, quickly and confidentlyTo work flexibly within their competence and provide effective communications within and external to their business unitComplete logs and records where necessary to record plant checks, etc.Covers other positions as necessary to meet the needs of the businessWillingness to work flexible hours including unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidaysOperate equipment to start, stop, or regulate systemsInspect equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problemsRecord or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gaugesAbility to perform repetitive & physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, twisting, stooping)Ability to understand risk and follow detailed JRA/TRAs to avoid work site hazardsSelf-driven with ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervisionAbility to work effectively within a self-directed team frameworkCommitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitudeDemonstrates interpersonal skills that enhance the team approach to work and problem solving