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60502 Glacier Road
Atlantic, IA 50022
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Production Manager	View Job Description QUALIFICATIONS Be able to assume overall responsibility for all areas of the plant Be able to develop and maintain a teamwork oriented plant Strong safety awareness Experience in managing projects and operating budgets Proven cost savings ability - Results orientated Initiative, pursuit of continuous learning, and ability to manage change Ability to work with others Ability to develop new policies/procedures and lead their implementation Demonstrated effective systematic problem solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Be able to listen effectively and foster a cooperative working environment Energetic, team oriented Able to handle multiple tasks Accuracy, honesty, integrity traits are important Self-Starter, proactive approach Excellent computer skills — proficiency in Word and Excel required Strong leadership skills Self-motivated and hard working Ability to follow standard operating procedures Must be detail oriented Possess logical problem solving ability Strong work ethic Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits Good organizational skills Knowledge of state and federal regulations re: environment, E.E.O., etc. 5-10 years managerial experience 5 year plus ethanol production experience Transportation/distribution related knowledge and experience DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Direct the plant to insure that manufacturing operations obtain the following results: Production of quality products, cost effectively, at volumes to meet market expectations Maintain operations to meet all governmental requirements Coordinate production efforts to be certain we meet our sales objectives Work to improve plant operations Help in the development of long range business objectives under the direction of the Plant Manager Research and order all chemicals to find the best fit for the company to help maintain a low cost per gallon of ethanol Perform related work as assigned Help manage the facilities and people to produce ethanol and other products as efficiently as possible while meeting all company and Government guidelines. Manage and promote ethanol plant and business unit programs and processes Meet all federal, local and company requirements Assist the business unit in creating and communicating superior value Quality-Manufacture products which conform to company and customer product requirements Assist in setting performance standards and managing costs Assist with resolving customer concerns Accountability in safety, quality assurance, security, EPA, cost control, facility upkeep and customer service Help to identify and correct cause for production deviation Implement production programs Train and develop people to have the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential Operating Efficiency-Manage the facility to within pre-approved budgeted cost and staffing guidelines Ensure implementation of health and safety requirements for all employees Review all incident reports/near misses and implement any corrective measures, if necessary, to eliminate hazards in the workplace Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts and pursue options for continuous improvement of production, logistics and customer service area systems Maintain/improve physical condition and appearance of facilities Optimize minimization of down time Communicate with and report to the Plant Manager regularly Carry out all directives from the Plant Manager Complete any and all tasks assigned by Plant Manager Be responsive to plant needs and onsite when there are operational issues or disruptions REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Lead Operators 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: 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 to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.		$120,000.00/year	Download Application
Production Operator	View Job Description QUALIFICATIONS Ability to lift up to 50 lbs 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 or GED Experience in manufacturing environment Troubleshooting abilities PROCESS COOK Follow all SOP's Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring personal protective equipment (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&E 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 Bases-caustic, ammonia High pressure and/or temperatures (I.E. steam, condensate, distillate, syrup, thin stillage) Acids-sulfuric and sulfamic 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 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 Wear proper PPE taking special precaution around hot equipment Complete log-sheet information every 2 hours 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: 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

Be able to assume overall responsibility for all areas of the plant
Be able to develop and maintain a teamwork oriented plant
Strong safety awareness
Experience in managing projects and operating budgets
Proven cost savings ability - Results orientated
Initiative, pursuit of continuous learning, and ability to manage change
Ability to work with others
Ability to develop new policies/procedures and lead their implementation
Demonstrated effective systematic problem solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Be able to listen effectively and foster a cooperative working environment
Energetic, team oriented
Able to handle multiple tasks
Accuracy, honesty, integrity traits are important
Self-Starter, proactive approach
Excellent computer skills — proficiency in Word and Excel required
Strong leadership skills
Self-motivated and hard working
Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Must be detail oriented
Possess logical problem solving ability
Strong work ethic
Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits
Good organizational skills
Knowledge of state and federal regulations re: environment, E.E.O., etc.
5-10 years managerial experience
5 year plus ethanol production experience
Transportation/distribution related knowledge and experience

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Direct the plant to insure that manufacturing operations obtain the following results:
Production of quality products, cost effectively, at volumes to meet market expectations
Maintain operations to meet all governmental requirements
Coordinate production efforts to be certain we meet our sales objectives
Work to improve plant operations
Help in the development of long range business objectives under the direction of the Plant Manager
Research and order all chemicals to find the best fit for the company to help maintain a low cost per gallon of ethanol
Perform related work as assigned
Help manage the facilities and people to produce ethanol and other products as efficiently as possible while meeting all company and Government guidelines.
Manage and promote ethanol plant and business unit programs and processes
Meet all federal, local and company requirements
Assist the business unit in creating and communicating superior value
Quality-Manufacture products which conform to company and customer product requirements
Assist in setting performance standards and managing costs
Assist with resolving customer concerns
Accountability in safety, quality assurance, security, EPA, cost control, facility upkeep and customer service
Help to identify and correct cause for production deviation
Implement production programs
Train and develop people to have the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential
Operating Efficiency-Manage the facility to within pre-approved budgeted cost and staffing guidelines
Ensure implementation of health and safety requirements for all employees
Review all incident reports/near misses and implement any corrective measures, if necessary, to eliminate hazards in the workplace
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts and pursue options for continuous improvement of production, logistics and customer service area systems
Maintain/improve physical condition and appearance of facilities
Optimize minimization of down time
Communicate with and report to the Plant Manager regularly
Carry out all directives from the Plant Manager
Complete any and all tasks assigned by Plant Manager
Be responsive to plant needs and onsite when there are operational issues or disruptions

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Lead Operators

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: 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 to use hearing protection. Hard hat, safety glasses, and leather gloves are required in designated areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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 or GED
Experience in manufacturing environment
Troubleshooting abilities

PROCESS COOK

Follow all SOP's
Perform duties in a safe manner and be aware of situations requiring personal protective equipment (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&E

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
- Bases-caustic, ammonia
- High pressure and/or temperatures (I.E. steam, condensate, distillate, syrup, thin stillage)
- Acids-sulfuric and sulfamic
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
- 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

Wear proper PPE taking special precaution around hot equipment
Complete log-sheet information every 2 hours
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

- Physical Demands: 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.