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Elite Octane
60502 Glacier Road
Atlantic, IA 50022
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Position	Job Description	Positions Available	Pay	Apply
Production Operator	View Job Description Qualifications Ability to lift up to 50lbs Ability to climb ladders Ability to work in heights Ability to work in various weather situations Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, time management Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts, rotating between days and nights Ability to work as a strong team player Ability to commit to company values Ability to work mandatory overtime Ability to enter permit required confined spaces Computer skills Experience in lab and chemistry not required but helpful High School Diploma Experience in manufacturing environment Troubleshooting abilities Process Cook Follow all SOP's Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring PPE and special safety precautions. Bases-caustic, ammonia, urea Acids-sulfuric, sulfamic, and phosphoric High pressures and/or high temperatures Grabbing of hot samples and CIP samples Use of hot flush water and steam Chemical barrel wash Process equipment-hammer mill screens, couplers, mixers, etc. Chemical spill containment-acid, caustic, enzyme Additional areas as identified by safety Records are to be kept on grind, cook, fermentation and yeast propagation. Clean necessary areas (refer to cleaning schedule) Alternate Duties Assist with unloading manufacturing supplies Assist with the unloading of denaturant trucks Assist with loading ethanol trucks Cross reference with previous shift to review records and current status prior to shift change CIP/Sulfamic acid tanks should be adequate for further use at the end of your shift Clean fermenters as emptied CIP propagators Visually inspect fermenters prior to CIP wash Keep current on the status of all operating equipment in cook area Water to pump seals Oil in pump glasses Vibration of pumps or motors Uniformity of ground grain Enzyme pumps Condition of CIP and acid wash (level, temp, ph & strength) Listen for unusual noises Part of chemical inventory Check conveyors for slop/noise Know which grain bin is being filled and emptied Check enzyme pump once per shift. Enzyme rates are to be checked more often if issues arise in that area. Change rates when grain rates change. Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant Process D&EP Responsible for in process test and inspection testing and documenting results on log sheet for distillation, evaporation, and drying Spot checks Report discrepancies Be safe and responsible Report any safety problems Keep informed on hazardous conditions of any kind o Bases-caustic, ammonia Acids-sulfuric and sulfamic High pressure and/or temperatures (I.E. steam, condensate, distillate, syrup, thin stillage) Clean necessary areas Alternate duties Unload Denaturant Trucks Load DOG Trucks Load Alcohol Trucks Required samples to lab (alcohol, syrup, etc...) Cross reference with previous shift to review records and current status prior to shift change Keep current on the status of all operating equipment in section o Water to pump seals Oil in pump glasses Vibration of pumps or motors Levels in critical tanks Evaporator Distillation Listen for unusual noises Learn where needed parts are (fuses, couplings, bolts, and fittings) Be aware of electrical starters in the motor control center Complete CIP's as required Operate rolling stock Mandatory training, including CPR Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant Process Energy Center Complete log-sheet information every 2 hours Wear proper PPE taking special precaution around hot equipment Gather DOG samples from the dryers to test for proper moisture content and make adjustments to the dryers if necessary Gather centrifuge samples to ensure proper moisture content Learn how to start, stop, and operate the Centrifuges, DOG (Distilled Grain) dryers and TO's (Thermal Oxidizers) in a safe and efficient manner Work closely with the board operator in determining steam demand, steam usage, and overall plant operations Complete the cleaning matrix assigned to your crew. Clean up after upsets Complete weekly emissions tests for the dryers and TO's Perform chemical tests on the boiler and Cooling Tower water Be aware of unusual noises or results and report them to your supervisor Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring extra PPE and other special safety precautions Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant. Reporting To This Position: None Position Reports To: Shift Lead Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 501bs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.	1	$20.00/hour	Download Application
Maintenance Mechanic	View Job Description Qualifications Self-motivated and hard working Willing to work overtime as needed Ability to follow standard operating procedures Able to follow direction Strong work ethic Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required Demonstrated ability to follow procedures as written High School Diploma or GED Experience in pump repairs, laser alignment and seal replacement Description Of Duties Rebuild Pumps P.M.’s on equipment Laser Alignment Seal replacement Stays informed of safety requirements Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Daily Rounds Greasing and Oiling Service of rolling stock All items serviced per service schedule Electrical repair Equipment replacement Light welding tig, m.g. and stick, and fabricating Pump repair Reporting To This Position: None Position Reports To: Maintenance Manager Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.	1	$23.00/hour	Download Application
Maintenance I & E	View Job Description Qualifications General computer skills necessary Machinery experience helpful Ability to follow standard operating procedures Must be detail orientated Able to follow direction Possess logical problem solving ability Strong work ethic Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required Excellent safety awareness and attitude Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others Able to learn new skills and responsibilities Accuracy in record keeping Good organizational skills Ability and desire to train others Must be clean shaven Possess strong leadership skills Hard working and self-motivated Possess strong verbal and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Knowledge of maintenance procedures for centrifuges, drying equipment, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, valves, electrical circuits and 4-20 milliamp instrumentations also beneficial 2 year technical degree or certification in electronics from an accredited curriculum required 2 year work experience High School Diploma or GED Must be a licensed driver Description Of Duties Maintenance of telecommunications and gas measurement facilities Responsibility for the DOT contractual and FERC tariff, and testing and calibration of measurement facilities including flow computers, transmitters, orifice meters, and gauges Perform routine inspections of orifice plates, maintain valves, fittings and regulators, and perform odorant sniff tests Responsible to test, tune, analyze, adjust, replace, and repair malfunctioning or defective telecommunications equipment, including company owned PBX, key systems, networks, VHF, microwave, SCADA and EFM Rebuild Pumps P.M.’s on equipment Laser Alignment Seal replacement Stays informed of safety requirements Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Daily Rounds Greasing and Oiling Service of rolling stock All items serviced per service schedule Electrical repair Equipment replacement Pump repair Reporting To This Position: None Position Reports To: Maintenance Manager Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.	1	$26.00/hour	Download Application
Loader	View Job Description Qualifications DCS/Computer Experience helpful (willingness to learn essential) Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision Self-motivated and hard working Willing to work overtime as needed Ability and willingness to learn new skills and responsibilities General computer skills necessary Ability to follow standard operating procedures Must be detail oriented Able to follow direction Possess logical problem solving ability Strong work ethic Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required Excellent safety awareness and attitude Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others Able to learn new skills and responsibilities Accuracy in sampling and record keeping Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits Good organizational skills Some mechanical ability Ability and desire to train others Demonstrated trouble shooting ability Demonstrated ability to follow procedures as written Some mechanical ability Must be clean shaven Description Of Duties Under limited supervision, moves railcars and trucks into proper filling position Operates and adjusts valves, pumps and filler pipes to transfer product from storage tanks to railcars and trucks Inspects trucks and tanks to insure that such are sufficiently sanitized to insure safe transport of finished products Fills out Inspection Report after checking tanks Cleans and sanitizes trucks and tanks, as required, using standard cleaning materials and procedures. May enter tanks as necessary to complete cleaning Monitors processes carefully to insure the efficient transfer of product to transportation vehicles Samples product from trucks and railcars and seals such following completion of loading to insure correct content, volume, and weights Operates a rail locomotive, positioning cars in appropriate sequences to receive product Completes related records of product transferred, insuring the accuracy of such records and inputs related data into a computer Notifies the department supervisor of the need to repair department equipment, and performs preventive maintenance duties on such equipment as required Cleans the department regularly, sweeping lost product from floors, and dusting the office and controls area Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment Successfully completes all safety certification requirements Must communicate and work well with office staff May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned Reporting To This Position: None Position Reports To: Plant Manager Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.		$20.00/hour	Download Application

Qualifications

Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Ability to climb ladders
Ability to work in heights
Ability to work in various weather situations
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, time management
Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts, rotating between days and nights
Ability to work as a strong team player
Ability to commit to company values
Ability to work mandatory overtime
Ability to enter permit required confined spaces
Computer skills
Experience in lab and chemistry not required but helpful
High School Diploma
Experience in manufacturing environment
Troubleshooting abilities

Process Cook

Follow all SOP's
Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring PPE and special safety precautions.
- Bases-caustic, ammonia, urea
- Acids-sulfuric, sulfamic, and phosphoric
- High pressures and/or high temperatures
- Grabbing of hot samples and CIP samples
- Use of hot flush water and steam
- Chemical barrel wash
- Process equipment-hammer mill screens, couplers, mixers, etc.
- Chemical spill containment-acid, caustic, enzyme
- Additional areas as identified by safety
Records are to be kept on grind, cook, fermentation and yeast propagation.
Clean necessary areas (refer to cleaning schedule)
Alternate Duties
- Assist with unloading manufacturing supplies
- Assist with the unloading of denaturant trucks
- Assist with loading ethanol trucks
Cross reference with previous shift to review records and current status prior to shift change
CIP/Sulfamic acid tanks should be adequate for further use at the end of your shift
Clean fermenters as emptied
CIP propagators
Visually inspect fermenters prior to CIP wash
Keep current on the status of all operating equipment in cook area
- Water to pump seals
- Oil in pump glasses
- Vibration of pumps or motors
- Uniformity of ground grain
- Enzyme pumps
- Condition of CIP and acid wash (level, temp, ph & strength)
- Listen for unusual noises
- Part of chemical inventory
- Check conveyors for slop/noise
Know which grain bin is being filled and emptied
Check enzyme pump once per shift. Enzyme rates are to be checked more often if issues arise in that area. Change rates when grain rates change.
Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant

Process D&EP

Responsible for in process test and inspection testing and documenting results on log sheet for distillation, evaporation, and drying
Spot checks
Report discrepancies
Be safe and responsible
Report any safety problems
Keep informed on hazardous conditions of any kind o Bases-caustic, ammonia
- Acids-sulfuric and sulfamic
- High pressure and/or temperatures (I.E. steam, condensate, distillate, syrup, thin stillage)
Clean necessary areas
Alternate duties
- Unload Denaturant Trucks
- Load DOG Trucks
- Load Alcohol Trucks
Required samples to lab (alcohol, syrup, etc...)
Cross reference with previous shift to review records and current status prior to shift change
Keep current on the status of all operating equipment in section o Water to pump seals
- Oil in pump glasses
- Vibration of pumps or motors
- Levels in critical tanks
- Evaporator
- Distillation
- Listen for unusual noises
Learn where needed parts are (fuses, couplings, bolts, and fittings)
Be aware of electrical starters in the motor control center
Complete CIP's as required
Operate rolling stock
Mandatory training, including CPR
Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant

Process Energy Center

Complete log-sheet information every 2 hours
Wear proper PPE taking special precaution around hot equipment
Gather DOG samples from the dryers to test for proper moisture content and make adjustments to the dryers if necessary
Gather centrifuge samples to ensure proper moisture content
Learn how to start, stop, and operate the Centrifuges, DOG (Distilled Grain) dryers and TO's (Thermal Oxidizers) in a safe and efficient manner
Work closely with the board operator in determining steam demand, steam usage, and overall plant operations
Complete the cleaning matrix assigned to your crew. Clean up after upsets
Complete weekly emissions tests for the dryers and TO's
Perform chemical tests on the boiler and Cooling Tower water
Be aware of unusual noises or results and report them to your supervisor
Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring extra PPE and other special safety precautions
Other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant.

Reporting To This Position: None

Position Reports To: Shift Lead

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 501bs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.

Qualifications

Self-motivated and hard working
Willing to work overtime as needed
Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Able to follow direction
Strong work ethic
Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures as written
High School Diploma or GED
Experience in pump repairs, laser alignment and seal replacement

Description Of Duties

Rebuild Pumps
P.M.’s on equipment
Laser Alignment
Seal replacement
Stays informed of safety requirements
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Daily Rounds
- Greasing and Oiling
- Service of rolling stock
- All items serviced per service schedule
- Electrical repair
- Equipment replacement
- Light welding tig, m.g. and stick, and fabricating
- Pump repair

Reporting To This Position: None
Position Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.

Qualifications

General computer skills necessary
Machinery experience helpful
Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Must be detail orientated
Able to follow direction
Possess logical problem solving ability
Strong work ethic
Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required
Excellent safety awareness and attitude
Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits
Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others
Able to learn new skills and responsibilities
Accuracy in record keeping
Good organizational skills
Ability and desire to train others
Must be clean shaven
Possess strong leadership skills
Hard working and self-motivated
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Knowledge of maintenance procedures for centrifuges, drying equipment, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, valves, electrical circuits and 4-20 milliamp instrumentations also beneficial
2 year technical degree or certification in electronics from an accredited curriculum required
2 year work experience
High School Diploma or GED
Must be a licensed driver

Description Of Duties

Maintenance of telecommunications and gas measurement facilities
Responsibility for the DOT contractual and FERC tariff, and testing and calibration of measurement facilities including flow computers, transmitters, orifice meters, and gauges
Perform routine inspections of orifice plates, maintain valves, fittings and regulators, and perform odorant sniff tests
Responsible to test, tune, analyze, adjust, replace, and repair malfunctioning or defective telecommunications equipment, including company owned PBX, key systems, networks, VHF, microwave, SCADA and EFM
Rebuild Pumps
P.M.’s on equipment
Laser Alignment
Seal replacement
Stays informed of safety requirements
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Daily Rounds
- Greasing and Oiling
- Service of rolling stock
- All items serviced per service schedule
- Electrical repair
- Equipment replacement
- Pump repair

Reporting To This Position: None
Position Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.

Qualifications

DCS/Computer Experience helpful (willingness to learn essential)
Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision
Self-motivated and hard working
Willing to work overtime as needed
Ability and willingness to learn new skills and responsibilities
General computer skills necessary
Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Must be detail oriented
Able to follow direction
Possess logical problem solving ability
Strong work ethic
Ability to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and lift 60 lbs. required
Excellent safety awareness and attitude
Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others
Able to learn new skills and responsibilities
Accuracy in sampling and record keeping
Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits
Good organizational skills
Some mechanical ability
Ability and desire to train others
Demonstrated trouble shooting ability
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures as written
Some mechanical ability
Must be clean shaven

Description Of Duties

Under limited supervision, moves railcars and trucks into proper filling position
Operates and adjusts valves, pumps and filler pipes to transfer product from storage tanks to railcars and trucks
Inspects trucks and tanks to insure that such are sufficiently sanitized to insure safe transport of finished products
Fills out Inspection Report after checking tanks
Cleans and sanitizes trucks and tanks, as required, using standard cleaning materials and procedures. May enter tanks as necessary to complete cleaning
Monitors processes carefully to insure the efficient transfer of product to transportation vehicles
Samples product from trucks and railcars and seals such following completion of loading to insure correct content, volume, and weights
Operates a rail locomotive, positioning cars in appropriate sequences to receive product
Completes related records of product transferred, insuring the accuracy of such records and inputs related data into a computer
Notifies the department supervisor of the need to repair department equipment, and performs preventive maintenance duties on such equipment as required
Cleans the department regularly, sweeping lost product from floors, and dusting the office and controls area
Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees
Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment
Successfully completes all safety certification requirements
Must communicate and work well with office staff
May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned

Reporting To This Position: None

Position Reports To: Plant Manager

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some areas have been designated areas to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.