Process Operator - Nights

Responsibilities

• Learn all facets of the ethanol process including: cook, distillation, evaporation, dryers, thermo oxidizer, centrifuges, grain system, and water treatment.
• Learn and operate DCS (computer control system) for the plant.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures for plant start-up, shut down, cleaning and batching.
• Stay within operating parameters set by Plant/Production Manager and notify management of any production problems.
• Keep accurate and timely logs.
• Collect samples and do the necessary tests to ensure consistent and quality product and record results.
• Monitor and make adjustments on the (DCS) computer according to the results of the samples and to keep within parameters and record changes.
• Keep facility, control room, and break room clean including mopping and hosing down plant floors – tour ready conditions.
• Keep operators, coming on shift, briefed on what has happened and what is supposed to be done during the next shift.
• Work closely with maintenance and inform them of any mechanical problems.
• Communicate with the Laboratory and learn testing procedures including but not limited to yeast counts, microwave analyzer, HPLC, and the GC.
• Notify Production/Plant Manager of any production problems.
• Complete any and all tasks assigned by the Plant Manager/Production Manager.
• Help out in other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate utility vehicle.
• Hard working and self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented; proficiency for accuracy; dependable; positive attitude; team player.
• Ability to multi-task and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• No experience necessary.
• Experience in industrial production plants helpful.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements of FRA, TTB and state regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps, lift up to 60 lbs, and work at heights.
• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly exposed to dusty conditions.
• Regularly exposed to high noise environments.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
• Regularly exposed to chemicals used in the process.

Pay

Competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching.

Schedule

12 hour shift work including a three day weekend every other week. Day and Night positions available. Available occasionally for call in work and overtime.

Benefits

Green Plains Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Business casual work environment
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching

Company Description

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients. This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels, renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels and high purity alcohols for use in cleaners and disinfectants. Green Plains is an innovative producer of Ultra-High Protein and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein.