Control Room Operator (Crew D)

Summary

The Control Room Operator monitors and adjusts system control points within each unit operation. The Control Room Operator reports mechanical malfunctions to achieve maximum performance while minimizing loss of recovery. The Control Room Operator will support clean up, shut downs and start ups by performing “bumping” of equipment during LOTO situations as well as support the sanitation staff with auto sequences for chemical distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures system control points within each unit operation are monitored and adjusted appropriately to meet operational goals and customer specifications.
• Monitors and Adjusts processing functions including, but not limited to: peelers, water knives, wet grading, blanching, ingredient addition, drying, frying, freezing, budgeted pounds, recovery, oil usage, retail percent, and energy conservation.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize and respond to all troubleshooting situations in the process area. Demonstrates knowledge of Delta V.
• Ensures that other process data is monitored and recorded in MMS.
• Ensures operational procedures are efficiently and safely followed.
• Ensures necessary level of communication is maintained with team members and support groups regarding line conditions.
• Monitors process control to maintain sizing, uniformity, color, texture, solids, product temperatures and defect loading.
• Ensures the correct and accurate completion of all written paperwork required of the position.

Typical Education

High School Diploma/GED

Other Information

• Must demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties, such as reading and understanding operations manuals and have the ability to communicate with other employees, coordinate work responsibilities and use good judgment in decisions
• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of:  Processing Team functions, Product specification, Customer expectations, and Plant policies
• Must demonstrate basic math skills.
• Must demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined in the essential function form.
• Must be able to work in stressful conditions and be physically able to perform job duties.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.