Renewables Process Operator - Night Shift (7PM-7AM)
About The Position
The Renewables Process Operator supports ethanol production across areas such as cook, distillation, the energy center, and distributed control system (DCS) operations. The role assists with processes including corn grinding, fermentation, evaporation, dryer, and boiler operations. It involves monitoring production, adjusting equipment settings or raw material inputs as directed, conducting product sampling and lab testing, documenting results, maintaining production records, operating mobile equipment, and performing housekeeping to support safe and efficient operations. The position works under close supervision and follows established operating procedures and quality guidelines. Work takes place in a 24/7 ethanol production facility. Production teams work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, and the assigned shift is consistent. The posting identifies a night-shift schedule of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., while noting that employees must be flexible to work days or nights based on business needs. The position receives a night-shift differential when assigned to nights.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of relevant experience required.
- Basic computer operation and data entry skills.
- Must be willing and able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Must be flexible to work either day or night shift based on business needs.
- Work schedule includes weekend and holiday work.
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 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.
- Conduct product sampling and lab testing, document results, and report findings to crew leadership and/or laboratory personnel.
- Maintain production documentation and record key 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
