What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Operator position at Heron Lake BioEnergy?
Process Operator
Job Description
Reports To: Shift Lead
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Work Status: Full time, rotating 12-hour shift
Department: Plant Production
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Learn and operate all processes associated with the plant.
- Learn and operate DCS (computer control system) for the plant.
- Learn startup, maintenance and shut down procedures for all physical plant units to include but not limited to centrifuges, hammermills, oil separator, CLS, and commodities transfers.
- Keep accurate and timely logs.
- Keep plant facilities clean.
- Keep operators coming on shift briefed on what has happened and what is supposed to be done during the next shift.
- Samples, tests and maintains process stream records as required by QA program and procedures.
- Respond to collected data and make adjustments as needed.
- Participate in the plants PSM, FSMA, and safety programs to ensure accurate and timely completion.
- Responsible for notifying the shift lead of any problems and issues.
- Complete any and all work tasks as assigned by the shift lead.
- Safe work practices are a condition of employment; wear proper ppe as required.
- Learn and operate the CMMS program.
- Promote Heron Lake BioEnergy, LLC in the community.
- Maintain a team environment with all other plant employees.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps and lift a minimum of 60 lbs. Will be exposed to high noise levels. Continuous operation requires rotating shift work. Qualified individuals will work at heights, be able to adapt to 12-hour workdays, and be able to meet call-in requirements as needed. Elevated work required.
Education/Language Ability:
Individual must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers. Individual must be able to work with fractions, metric system, percentages, and decimals. Individual must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English Language.
Heron Lake BioEnergy, LLC reserves the right to modify or revise this job description at any time to meet the needs of the business.
Heron Lake BioEnergy, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25