Process Operator - Mount Vernon Ethanol Plant

About the role

As a Process Operator, you will oversee the daily operation of an assigned area of the production process within the plant, working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule while maintaining a safe work environment. You will monitor and maintain production quality and equipment, supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the Company.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Review plant operations constantly to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Document and monitor process variables, sample data, and routine tasks to ensure plant operations are maintained within operating parameters.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control program, interpret results, and take appropriate action when required.
• Communicate with all departments within the facility to ensure safe and efficient execution of daily plant activities.
• Monitor and troubleshoot process issues and equipment.
• Perform scheduled Operations Work Requests as requested by Supervisor or Plant Management.
• Prepare equipment to ensure it is safe for maintenance/contractors to perform scheduled work.
• Utilize company safe work practices to ensure all work is performed safely.
• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs (LOTO-lock out tag out, Safe Work Permit, FSMA-Food Safety Modernization Act).
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Monitor use and inventory of process chemicals and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a safe, reliable, and consistent operation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Mount Vernon Ethanol Plant.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and annual bonus program.
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution.
• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs.

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Primary location: US-IN-Mount Vernon