Centrifugal Operator

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for operating the centrifugal to ensure sugar meets established quality standards. Work involves supporting safe, efficient production by maintaining proper process conditions, monitoring equipment performance, and coordinating with other processing areas. At the conclusion of the crop season, at management’s discretion, the individual selected can expect to return to their prior repair season position (if any) or be assigned to a repair season position as needed.

Work is performed under limited supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Position relies on experience to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.

• Operates sugar centrifugal A, B, C stations, conveyors, and associated equipment

• Monitors sugar quality

• Performs routine inspections to identify equipment wear, buildup, leaks, or mechanical issues; advises the leader and/or supervisor of any abnormalities

• Observes the flow of materials through elevators and conveyors to prevent jamming or spillage

• Cleans equipment with steam, hot water, and a hose

• Assists with start-up, shutdown, cleaning, and changeover procedures

• Maintains accurate production logs, quality records, and shift reports

• Maintains a clean and safe work area

• Works collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goals

• Ensures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

• Follows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience in sugar mill operations, centrifugal systems or related industrial processing;

• OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical or vocational training in equipment operation, industrial processes or a related field

• Bilingual – English and Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, sugar drying processes and procedures

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, safety protocols and compliance standards related to sugar fabrication

• Skill in using mathematics required for the work

• Ability to read gauges, interpret process data, and adjust equipment settings

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workers

• Ability to follow safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner

• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, while maintaining consistent performance and adherence to operational standards.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:

• Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

• Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes). 

• Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.

BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, vision

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity

• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)

• 401(k) program with highly competitive match

• Tuition reimbursement

COMPANY VISION:

SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org. 

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.