Renewables Process Operator
About The Position
The Renewables/Ethanol Production Worker supports key areas of ethanol production, including cook, distillation, energy center, and distributed control system (DCS) operations. The role assists with corn grinding, fermentation, distillation, evaporation, dryer, and boiler processes; monitors production; adjusts equipment or inputs as directed; and performs product sampling, laboratory testing, and documentation. It also involves maintaining production records, operating mobile equipment, and completing housekeeping tasks to support safe and efficient operations. The position is suited to a hands-on, safety-focused individual who can work in a production environment, monitor processes, operate equipment, contribute to renewable fuel production, and learn and collaborate with the team. Work takes place in a 24/7 ethanol production facility. Production teams work 12-hour shifts, with day and night shifts and weekend and holiday work. Shift assignment is consistent, but employees must be flexible to work either days or nights based on business needs. Night shift assignments receive a shift differential. The work involves frequent exposure to adverse weather, dust, fumes, noise, and potentially hazardous materials. Personal protective equipment must be worn as required. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed, and some work is performed at heights.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of relevant experience required.
- Basic computer operation and data-entry skills.
- Work within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adhere to quality guidelines.
- Work under close supervision.
- Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Must be flexible to work either day or night shifts based on business needs.
- Work schedule includes weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Ability to operate mobile equipment and/or a valid driver’s license preferred.
- Previous production experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform processing functions in the cook, distillation, energy center, and/or DCS areas of ethanol production with assistance.
- Assist with processing activities involving corn grinding and cook operations, yeast and fermentation quality control, distillation, evaporation, dryer operations, and boiler operations.
- Monitor production processes and adjust equipment settings or raw material inputs as directed to support process efficiency.
- Perform product sampling and laboratory testing, document results, and report findings to crew leadership and/or laboratory personnel.
- Maintain documentation and record key production data as directed.
- Operate various types of mobile equipment.
- Perform general housekeeping tasks.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and potential bonus incentives.
- Paid time off, including accrued vacation, floating holidays, and sick time.
- 401(k) with up to 4% company matching and immediate vesting.
- Medical, dental, and vision prescription insurance.
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
- Night shift differential for night shift assignments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
