Renewables Process Operator
About The Position
The Renewables/Ethanol Production Worker supports ethanol production in the cook, distillation, energy center, and distributed control system (DCS) areas. The role assists with processes including corn grinding, fermentation, distillation, evaporation, dryer, and boiler operations. It involves monitoring production, adjusting equipment settings or raw-material inputs as directed, conducting product sampling and lab tests, and documenting and reporting results. The operator also maintains production records, operates mobile equipment, and performs housekeeping to help ensure safe and efficient operations. The position works under close supervision and follows standard operating procedures and quality guidelines. Work takes place in a 24x7 ethanol production facility on 12-hour shifts. The schedule includes weekend and holiday work, and employees must be flexible to work days or nights according to business needs. The assigned shift will be consistent; night-shift assignments receive a differential. The role includes exposure to adverse weather, dust, fumes, noise, and potentially hazardous materials, as well as some work at heights. Required PPE must be worn.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of relevant experience.
- Basic computer operation and data-entry skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work in a 24x7 ethanol production facility on 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Flexibility to work either day or night shift based on business needs.
- Ability to work with close supervision and follow standard operating procedures and quality guidelines.
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, with assistance, in cook, distillation, energy center, and/or DCS areas of ethanol production.
- Assist with corn grinding and cook operations, yeast and fermentation quality control, distillation, evaporation, dryer, and boiler operations.
- Monitor production processes and adjust equipment settings or raw-material inputs as directed to support efficient production.
- Collect product samples, conduct 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 assignment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
