Process Team Leader

Responsibilities

• Schedule, monitor and oversee the daily tasks of the production team on plant site.
• Delegate duties as the need arises.
• Exercise good judgment in determining operating procedures on your shift within your authority.
• Be alert to the causes and effects of all operating changes made.
• Understand all the process equipment and know what action to take for process equipment failures.
• Train production personnel on new procedures and inform them of changes to current procedures.
• Develop and/or recommend training schedules for each associate to the Operations Manager.
• Initiate Work Requests in the CMMS software as they are determined.
• Ensure all production personnel are using the company required Personal Protective Equipment and are following safety regulations including Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Properly document any accidents and/or injuries including required notification.
• Review log book, inventory sheets, monthly reports and process computer prior to relieving the Team Leader on the previous shift.
• Suggest disciplinary action of production personnel as dictated in the personnel policy manual to the Operations Manager and Plant Manager.
• Keep the plant in a "Tour Ready" condition at all times.
• Oversee the general sanitation of all production areas.
• Verify that all radios are checked in and out at the beginning of each shift.
• Complete daily rounds sheets after inspection.
• Communicate with the maintenance department to schedule required projects.
• Aides Operations Manager in writing performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Excellent written, verbal and personal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well with others and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to supervise others and monitor their work flow.
• Exemplify the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of the Company.
• Good working knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft software.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements of FRA, TTB and state regulations.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps, lift up to 50 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.

Benefits

• 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.

About the Role

• Green Plains Inc. offers a green and sustainable approach to producing renewable fuels and high-impact ingredients.
• The company is committed to innovation and operational excellence, aiming to deliver long-term value to stakeholders.