Processing Tech Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Processing Tech Fuji Vegetable Oil USA Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time $24 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Benefits from day one Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Algebra Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description We are passionate about what we do. If you are looking for an opportunity to be a part of an awesome team that values collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we are the right company for you. Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc. is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic team player to join our CBE Team as a Processing Technician at our Savannah, GA Plant. Starting pay for this role is $24.00/hr. This is a Swing Shift position, and it is available immediately.

WHAT WE OFFER

Fuji Vegetable Oil (FVO) provides an excellent benefits package including: Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunities based on performance 401(k) company contribution of 12.5% Outstanding health insurance options – benefits start Day One PTO and paid holidays Basic Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Remote Healthcare Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Boot vouchers, required PPE, and uniforms Eligible dependents, including legal spouses and children under age 26, may also be enrolled in our benefit programs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Processing Technician performs tasks associated with the receipt, handling, processing, blending, packaging, and bulk loading of vegetable oil. This role operates and maintains edible oil processing equipment and may be required to work various schedules—including weekends, holidays, and nights—with or without prior notice. Overtime may also be required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate computer-driven process equipment, steam boilers, and wastewater treatment systems Sample, measure, inventory, and monitor tank temperatures Receive and store chemicals, ingredients, and miscellaneous supplies Blend and transfer oil using valves; check heat tracing and line clearing Monitor and adjust wastewater system controls, pH levels, and chemical dosing Oversee boiler operations including water feed and fuel conversion systems Contain and clean oil spills when necessary Clean and change industrial filters Prepare equipment for startup, shutdown, freeze plans, and hazardous weather Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform minor repairs on processing equipment Drive a forklift to move production materials Clean and maintain processing areas and equipment Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the following requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or GED required At least six months of related experience/training preferred Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance instructions Capable of completing routine reports and correspondence Effective communication via radio and verbal instructions

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate percentages, volume, area, and basic algebra Comfortable working with fractions, decimals, and metric conversions

Reasoning Ability:

Strong common sense and problem-solving skills Able to interpret written, oral, or diagram instructions Able to handle multiple variables in standardized situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must: Use hands frequently to type and handle equipment Stand, walk, climb ladders/catwalks (up to 60 feet high), balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (reasonable accommodations may be made) Distinguish between hot/cold surfaces to verify equipment functionality Use vision to monitor gauges, read indicators, and interpret control screens Hear and communicate effectively via radio/phone and monitor equipment status Occasionally work in confined spaces and must pass a respiratory clearance test

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in a variety of conditions: Regular exposure to outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts, and elevated platforms Potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and risk of electrical shock Loud working environment due to proximity to equipment Occasional exposure to wet/humid environments and confined spaces