Logistics Technician

Green Plains•Mount Vernon, IN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

In this position, you will operate and maintain machinery and equipment necessary in the loading and unloading of ethanol, wet & dry distillers and corn. You will be responsible for safely and efficiently weighing/grading raw materials and final products. Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company driving the transition to a low-carbon economy through the production of renewable fuels and sustainable, high-impact ingredients. Leveraging agricultural, biological, and fermentation expertise, the company transforms renewable crops into low-carbon energy and feedstocks. Green Plains is a leader in low-carbon intensity (CI) biofuels production and continues to explore opportunities to expand its output. With a strong commitment to innovation and operational excellence, Green Plains is delivering long-term value to stakeholders. For more information, visit www.gpreinc.com.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license required
Must be hard-working and self-motivated
Ability to greet customers in a friendly manner
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to work with all levels of staff (co-workers and management)
Excellent Microsoft Office software skills
Exemplify the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of this Company
Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory state and USDA requirements
Previous experience in grain receiving and grading
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
Maintaining a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements of FRA, TTB and state regulations

Nice To Haves

Experience in industrial production plants helpful

Responsibilities

Ensure grain is of acceptable quality and meets specifications as outlined in the purchase contract and reject shipments of grain not meeting standards.
Timely loading/unloading of all ethanol, distiller's grains, and other products by railcar and truck.
Proper completion of all records related to the products loaded for shipment from the plant site.
Ability to submit work requests when appropriate.
Housekeeping as related, but not limited to the cleanliness and orderly organization of all areas that pertain to your duties.
Keep current on the status of all operating equipment.
Maintain rolling stock to include loaders, track mobile, skid steer, and fuel loader by checking fluid levels, greasing, lubricating and re-fueling.
Inspect loaders, track mobile, etc. for defects, cracks, breaks, tires, etc. according to the designated schedule issued by maintenance and document the inspection results.
Work closely with maintenance and inform them of any mechanical problems.
Grease and check oil levels on all rolling stock equipment at the designated schedule and document.
Keep the plant in a tour ready condition at all times.
Frequent communications with the grain grader and operations department.
Grade all incoming samples of corn proficiently and accurately using manual and automated equipment.
Weigh all trucks coming into and leaving the plant and direct trucks to the proper location for loading/unloading in a friendly and courteous manner.
Enter all customer and product data into grain receiving software.
Communicate with Production Department to ensure the timely unloading of products received.
Keep area around the truck scales, scale house, inside scale room clean and presentable at all times.
Assist with process chemical inventory tracking and ordering.
Work with external chemical suppliers to schedule delivery of process chemicals.
Review all chemical COA's against the facility chemical standard and communicate issues appropriately.
Review, improve, and develop standard operating procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations.
Participate in safety programs and ongoing training sessions.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.