Pellet Mill Operator

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’s it like to work at Drax?

The Perks :

We’re

committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.

Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We

work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the

future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to

come.

Together, we make it happen.

At

Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued

and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively

work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and

establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for

all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter

their background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply : Think

this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

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