Pellet Operator 1 - Dawson, GA

We are seeking a career minded candidate for a Pellet Operator position at our Dawson Georgia Golden Peanut location. Candidates will need to have open availability as the position will rotate days and nights and include overtime -12 hour shifts. (4 on 2 off).   The position is $14.50 an hour with $1.50 more an hour when on nights. 


Job Summary
Under limited supervision, operate pellet mill , maintain proper bins levels, production rates, quality standards,  and maintain sanitation in the department.  The pellet mill operator must have additional knowledge of the plant flows for production, waste, and hull/fiber department.

Essential Job FunctionsConducts job tasks with a positive, safe attitude and maintains a safe work record.Maintains a good attendance recordWork rotating shifts of various lengths including weekends and holidaysMaintains good communication with all plant personnel. (Other shifts, departments and managers)Maintain cleaning equipment to ensure quality acceptable quality performanceUnderstand the principals of equipment in the department including: Destoners, Sizing Separators, Cleaners, Baghouses, Elevators, ConveyorsMaintain production ratesAbility to understand and perform assigned job tasks easily and independently while flexible enough to work in team settings.Maintains good housekeeping and completes sanitation duties and paperwork as required.Conducts daily inspections, reporting any problems noted.Continuously monitors and cleans equipment for optimal performance and qualityReview production records and labeling for accuracyPerform quality checks as requiredMay perform other duties as assigned.Required TrainingAll required ADM safety, food safety, quality and environmental trainingParticipate in company planned operations trainingSkid steer training requiredForklift training requiredExperienceEmployee’s safety recordCommunications/Interpersonal skillsJob knowledgePositive contribution to teamQuality of workProductivityAttendance and PunctualityHousekeeping and sanitation habits.Special SkillsLeadership and Organizational skillsDocumentation skillsWorking ConditionsAmbient conditions – Hot or cold TemperaturesTime Spent: Inside and OutsideHumidity: 50% - 90%Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen) and odor, Dirty environmentsProtective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves and safety harness may be required based on task performedJob specific PPEWork overtime as neededPhysical RequirementsOccasionally move objects that weigh up to 55 LBS Must be able to sit or stand for prolong periods of timeMove from area to areaTransport MaterialPosition self to conduct work at various heightsRotate bodyCrouch, squat and bendAscend / descend from various levels (climb ladders and stairs)Repetitive use of handsUse broom, shovel and others tools to complete assignmentsADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

Please include all relevant work history for consideration.

If hired, steel toe boots are required. 

REF:105359BR