Operator, Production Experienced

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility.
• Monitor the process to optimize safety, quality, cost, and delivery of Ethanol, Corn Oil, and Distilled Grains.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points, and make necessary adjustments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
• Ensure effective implementation of QA policies and procedures, complete required sampling and testing of process streams, and understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required.
• Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements, including completion of necessary record keeping.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment as required.
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
• Load and unload products from/to trucks and rail, and carry materials.
• Monitor, maintain, and care for all issued tools.
• Successfully complete initial, ongoing, and supplemental training.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Work together with co-workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.

Additional Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing, and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all weather conditions.

Benefits

• Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives, and commissions.
• Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.