Pellet Mill Operator, Shreveport

Pellet
Mill Operator
Full-time,
Permanent
On-site
Location:
Bastrop, LA

At Drax, we are working towards a zero-carbon,
sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality.  
If you are a team player, adaptable to change, and
have a hands-on attitude, join the team as the Pellet Mill Operator.  

So, what will you be doing?  

In this role, you will be responsible for providing
clean up support and assistance as needed throughout the plant. Working in a
fast-paced environment, you will stay active in this role helping our
production teams to reach targets, while maintaining a high standard of safety. 

The core responsibilities and duties include: 

Constantly 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 improvement

Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas including start-up, shutdown and normal operations

Ensure standards of safety and housekeeping are maintained

Perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order

Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude

Ability to solve problems safely, logically, quickly and confidently

To work flexibly within their competence and provide effective communications within and external to their business unit

Complete logs and records where necessary to record plant checks, etc.

Covers other positions as necessary to meet the needs of the business

Willingness to work flexible hours including unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidays

Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate systems

Inspect equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems

Record or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges

Ability 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 hazards

Who you are?  

Do you have experience in heavy industry and a high
school diploma or equivalent? Are you able to operate mobile equipment safely
and efficiently? Then keep reading.   

What we Offer:

A competitive pay, with opportunities to grow your experience and build an exciting career.

A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.

Great health and dental benefits starting from day one at Drax!

A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).

A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

If this role sounds good, we’d love to hear from
you!  Click "Apply now"

Together, we can make it happen