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Product Loader
POSITION DETAILS:
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA: Hourly Non-Exempt
Schedule: 12-hour rotation days only.
Location: 59219 Lincoln Hwy Nevada, IA 50201
Travel: No Travel
WHAT WE WILL EXPECT FROM YOU
This role will focus on the safe and efficient movement of ethanol to transportation vehicles at our Nevada, Iowa plant. This includes product sampling, the internal and external inspection of tanks, the operation and positioning of railcars and documentation of transportation records for compliance. The Ethanol Day Loader will report directly into the Production Manager.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Takes samples of product from trucks and railcars and seals such following completion of lab analysis, and loading to ensure correct content, volume, temperature and weights
- Performs duties in a safe manner utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completing all safety certification requirements, including DOT hazardous shipping requirements
- Properly record, close, tighten and seal trucks and railcars loaded with ethanol and corn oil after loading and inspection. Verifies 100% securement of shipments.
- Opens and seals hatches and unload doors, cleaning and installing proper gaskets
Responsibilities:
- Communicates with co-workers in person and using two-way radios or similar equipment
- Inspects interior of tanks for cleanliness and exterior for leaks or damage
- Monitors processes to ensure the efficient transfer of product to transportation vehicles
- Verify tank numbers with loading instructions to ensure accurate placement of cars by crew
- Complete inspection reports after checking trucks and railcars
- Operates a rail locomotive, positioning cars in appropriate sequences to receive product
- Cleans up spills in area
- Completes related records of product transferred, ensuring the accuracy of such records and inputs related data into computer
- Performs preventive maintenance duties on department equipment or notifies department supervisor of needed repairs
- Inspects rupture disc, vacuum relief valve, rubber gaskets on valves and cover plates, and replace defective parts
- Works in teams to coordinate tasks to efficiently and accurately load products into rail cars or trucks
- Operates skid loaders, forklift trucks, shuttle wagon, locomotive and related equipment
- Cleans and operate switch tracks in rail yards to move railcars
- Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner
- Suggests improvements in work methods and procedures by attending staff meetings and discussing ideas with co-workers and management
- Communicate by using approved hand signals and two-way radios
Qualifications:
- Equipment operation including railcar movement
- Self-starter with good attendance and work ethic
- Ability to solve problems with attention to detail
- Material handling, forklift or skid loader operation
- Ability to work a rotating 12-hour schedule.
- High school diploma, GED or related experience/training
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must wear and maintain company required Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to: FR pants/ long-sleeve shirt, safety glasses, hard hat, safety-toe boots, hearing protection, and gloves
- Physically able to perform the following job essential functions, inclusive of but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, bending, walking long distances, lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 pounds, work at heights, continuous work in confined spaces, ascend/ descend/ work from: stairs/ladders/scaffolding.
- Must have the ability to work continuously in an environment inclusive of but not limited to: dust, loud noise(s), walk on uneven or slippery surfaces, outdoors, heat/cold, poorly illuminated areas.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus. The starting salary is based on the candidate's experience, education, and market pay for the role in the region. As a team member at Verbio North America, you’ll also enjoy:
- Comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Company paid short & long-term disability coverage as well as AD&D.
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time with additional leave plans
- 11 paid holidays
- 5 sick/personal days
- Paid vacation time
- Company contribution of 3% safe harbor and 2 % profit sharing in accordance with the contribution and vesting schedule
- Advancement and bonus opportunities
- Career Development: on-the-job training and skills development.
ABOUT US:
The VERBIO Nevada Biorefinery, located in Nevada, Iowa (USA), is the first industrial-scale renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in North America using agricultural residues as its feedstock. The plant is 100% owned by VERBIO North America Holdings Corporation.
RNG production with a capacity of 7 million ethanol gallons equivalent (EGE) per year. The site began operating as a biorefinery, producing 60 million gallons of corn-based ethanol and an additional 19 million gallons of RNG from stillage. The integration of RNG and ethanol production, unique to VERBIO, incorporates advanced operational technology currently practiced at the company’s facilities in Germany. The process also yields humus, a soil amendment, and organic fertilizers.
Our Vision
Energy production from renewable resources is the key component of the world’s future energy mix. Renewable raw materials have the potential to permanently replace fossil fuels and simultaneously solve the problem of surplus agricultural production in North America and elsewhere.
It is VERBIO’s goal to be a leader in 21st-century alternative green energy solutions. As we consolidate and expand our position as one of the world’s leading biofuels producers, we will leverage our technologies and the value of agriculture to create renewable and sustainable solutions globally, while pursuing solid growth and responsible relationships with our stakeholders: farmers, customers, employees, shareholders, partners, researchers, consumers, governmental entities, and interest groups.
Our Mission
VERBIO North America is committed to the principle of sustainability and treats natural resources in a socially responsible and ethical manner. Using the latest in-house technologies, we are developing sustainable alternatives for a world that seeks to move away from fossil fuels. Our business model endeavors to ignite change and create platforms where the path to green energy is contagious.
With our fuel cutting greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared to fossil fuels, we are showing the way forward in climate protection. With a vision for a greener future, we are building strong competence centers and competitive production facilities in various parts of the world, while our employees partner with farmers to safeguard the environment for current and future generations.
Our Approach
- Be creative, innovative, ethical, and fast in execution.
- Partner with agriculture to safeguard land and natural resources for future generations.
- Create enthusiasm around sustainability and renewable energy production.
- Empower employees to develop & execute upon big ideas.
- Be good citizens in our local & global communities.
- Never stop technological improvement.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you meet the requirements for this opportunity and are interested in making an impact on our mission, we encourage you to apply now. Please submit your application on our website at https://www.verbio-north-america.com/careers. A resume is required when applying, cover letters are optional, and professional references may be requested later in the hiring process.
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a background check and drug test.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (I-9) upon hire.
Verbio North America reserves the right to change job descriptions and wage scales at its discretion based on market and company conditions. Positions will be filled based on experience, prior work history, education, and competence.
Verbio North America is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s).
Verbio North America is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Verbio North America makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.