Cary Kuvaas

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The Mill Equipment Operator position in Brownsville, OR  is responsible for performing quality control testing of finished pallets, raw materials and mixing moisture content. You will also be responsible for routine inspections of the process to identify any issues or problems 

Need help applying? Call us at (541) 967-6881

Mill Operators Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating and adjusting 3 pellet mills.
• Performing QC testing of finished pellets.
• Responsible for testing of incoming raw material and mix moisture content.
• Responsible for roll changes on pellet mills using overhead hoist.
• Perform routine inspections of the process to identify any issues or problems.
• Assist dryer operator with keeping pellet moisture between 4-4.5% moisture content by giving feedback to dryer operator. 
• Measure and record the Durability, volume of fines, pellet diameter, and perform soak tests on finished pellets to keep our quality in line with PFI standards.
• Continuously watch for problems troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings.
• Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly.
• Maintain a clean work area by clearing piles of sawdust around the mill room.
• Perform ash tests on mix as well as the finished pellet and communicate these to the dryer op.
• Perform visual volumes of the silo’s volume and report that to the dryer op.

Mill Operator Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must be able to pass the company forklift certification - Prior forklift experience required.(Sit down forklift)
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs safely, nearly waist-high, and standing for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will need to use catwalks and climb ladders that connect catwalks up to 30 feet high.
• The ability to do simple to basic math calculations.
• Will be working in a high temperature/ humidity area.
• Will need to be able to work in confined spaces. 

Mill Operators Details:

• Night Shift - Mon to Fri 6pm to 6am

• Pay Rate: $21.00

• Start Date: ASAP 

Mill Operators Benefits (After Permanent Hire):

• Employee referral bonus program
• 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
• Employee heating pellet program
• SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE 

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