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Elite Octane
60502 Glacier Road
Atlantic, IA 50022
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Position	Job Description	Pay	Apply
Production Operator (no prior ethanol experience necessary)	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.	$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 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 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 years of training or technical degree preferred 2 year work experience High School Diploma or GED Must be a licensed driver DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 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 Electrical repair Equipment replacement Pump repair DCS/Delta V experience a plus General Forklift Maintenance Basic Network Troubleshooting Basic PLC/HMI Troubleshooting REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None POSITION REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager PHYSCIAL 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.	$31.00/Hour	Download Application
Laboratory Technician	View Job Description QUALIFICATIONS Ability to follow standard operating procedures Must be detail orientated Able to follow direction Possess logical problem solving ability Strong work ethic Excellent safety awareness and attitude Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits Able to learn new skills and responsibilities Accuracy in record keeping Good organizational skills Ability to accept feedback and constructive criticism in pursuit of continuous self-improvement Hard working and self-motivated Possess strong verbal and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills High School Diploma/GED required Lab experience preferred but willing to train the right person DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES In charge of day to day testing in line with standard operating procedures to ensure proper plant operations Recording all data and test results accurately and in the specified format Maintain and properly use all lab equipment, including performing calibrations and cross validations Ordering lab supplies Understanding lab data and how it pertains to plant operations Maintaining equipment records Create and maintain a safe work environment REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None POSITION REPORTS TO: Laboratory 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 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 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

General computer skills necessary
Machinery experience helpful
Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Must be detail orientated
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
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 years of training or technical degree preferred
2 year work experience
High School Diploma or GED
Must be a licensed driver

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

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
- Electrical repair
- Equipment replacement
- Pump repair
- DCS/Delta V experience a plus
- General Forklift Maintenance
- Basic Network Troubleshooting
- Basic PLC/HMI Troubleshooting

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None

POSITION REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

PHYSCIAL 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to follow standard operating procedures
Must be detail orientated
Able to follow direction
Possess logical problem solving ability
Strong work ethic
Excellent safety awareness and attitude
Excellent housekeeping and sanitation habits
Able to learn new skills and responsibilities
Accuracy in record keeping
Good organizational skills
Ability to accept feedback and constructive criticism in pursuit of continuous self-improvement
Hard working and self-motivated
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
High School Diploma/GED required
Lab experience preferred but willing to train the right person

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

In charge of day to day testing in line with standard operating procedures to ensure proper plant operations
Recording all data and test results accurately and in the specified format
Maintain and properly use all lab equipment, including performing calibrations and cross validations
Ordering lab supplies
Understanding lab data and how it pertains to plant operations
Maintaining equipment records
Create and maintain a safe work environment

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None

POSITION REPORTS TO: Laboratory Manager

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.