Biodiesel Operator, Loader

About the role

Specialty Operations business unit is accepting online applications for the position of Biodiesel Operator, Loader at our Danville, IL plant, through October 23rd, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (CST). The purpose of this position is to ensure that quality product is shipped and received from the facility in the most efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Loading/Unloading Material: Safely loading product for shipment into railcars and trucks; inspecting product for quality indicators while loading; sampling loaded product as necessary for retention and quality purposes; connecting/disconnecting hoses to trucks, tanks, and other storage units; verifying product quality before the product leaves and reaches the customer.
• Maintain shipping and receiving system complete with appropriate documentation and work instructions; help to verify load-out instrumentation to ensure its proper function.
• Quality Control: Monitor and continually improve quality control in all aspects of biodiesel plant shipping and receiving operations; acquire, label and store retained product samples; visually inspect retained samples for product quality before releasing the shipment; inspect and test the quality of incoming raw material shipments prior to their release for use in the plant; follow established testing procedures and accurately report the results.
• Other Frequent Duties: Perform general facility maintenance and housekeeping at the load-out facilities; generate daily shipment reports; track shipment details and organize receipts; follow all safety regulations for any work area and encourage others to do the same; follow all safety guidelines regulated by REG, OSHA, or other regulatory agencies; perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to operate forklift
• Knowledge of arithmetic and its application
• Available for work and overtime as required
• High school education or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• General knowledge of computers, basic mechanical skills, and good communication skills
• Ability to climb semi-truck loading ladders
• Willingness to work in extreme outdoor elements

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently, or as part of a team
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines
• 6‑12 months general work experience preferred
• Previous shipping and receiving experience preferred

Skills

Forklift operation, arithmetic application, computer literacy, basic mechanical skills, communication, ability to climb ladders, tolerance for extreme outdoor conditions.

Pay

The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $25.69.

Benefits

• Variable pay
• Health care coverage
• Retirement plan
• Protection coverage
• Time off and leave programs
• Training and development opportunities
• Range of allowances connected to specific work situations

Schedule

This position requires some flexibility in working hours to assure effective product shipment.