[Process Operator - Spiritwood, ND [This is an hourly, non-exempt position. It will work a rotating 12 hour shift schedule.?(4-5, 5-4, 5-5 rotating days to nights). *[Job Summary: [The process operator monitors, adjusts, and controls process equipment within the Soybean processing facility from the control system and the field using computers, tablets, and field adjustments. The operator makes adjustments necessary to insure both the quality and the quantity of the products are within specified limits. The operator is responsible for proper documentation and communicates important information to the production leadership. The operator maintains the Master Sanitation Schedule in assigned area and cleans process spills as they occur. *[Responsibilities:]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

Monitors all control screens on a continual basis, noting all changes or discrepancies in production variables such as temperatures, pressures, flows, tank levels, densities, pH and other process conditions.

Manipulates control board and screens by targeting and making changes to set-points, out-puts, valves, etc. in order to keep various production conditions within specifications limits and parameters.

Analyzes sample results, verifying product quality and adherence to specifications and determines the adjustments needed to correct deviations.

Observes and acknowledges all alarm warnings on the system and determines corrective actions to be taken in the control room or in the field to remedy the situation.

Obtains samples of product at various stages of production process to test for acidity, density, moisture, pH, and other quality parameters using pH meter, hydrometer, centrifuge, and other lab equipment.

Troubleshoots problems by investigating and inspecting all process and machine malfunctions and utilizes mechanical, chemical and other technical expertise to solve and eliminate process related problems.

Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by complying with all department and plant safety policies regarding the use of hard hats, hearing protection, safety glasses and other personal protective equipment.

Works in teams by maintaining good communication and cooperation with other operators and management in order to achieve efficient production processes in all areas.

Communicates with field personnel through the use of radio units in order to ensure efficient coordination of the production process both in and out of the control room.

Works as a member of control room team, operating the DCS and monitoring level readings, system functions and other data displayed on computer screens.

Knows all product specifications and parameters in order to operate all mill systems for production of a quality product.

Performs Lock-Out/Tag-Out/Try-Out procedures on various valves and machine equipment such as motors, driers and pumps. Adheres to all safety and process requirements.

Provides work direction and training to field personnel for various operational assignments, or when routine operation of equipment is manually required.

[Records data and results on Production Parameters charts, Rounds Checklist, log sheets and other related documentation, taking accurate notes on all production figures, times, calculati ]{arial",sans-serif"=""}