BIOFUELS GRAIN OPERATOR

LIFELINE FOODS LLC•Saint Joseph, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Responsible for safely and efficiently loading co-products for Dry Distiller’s Grains (DDG) and Wet Distiller’s Grains (WDG). Responsible for grain bin cleaning, inventory management, wheel loader operation, wet pad management and general grounds upkeep. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Learn and operate the computer Distributed Control System (DCS) for co-product loading. Operate the conveyors and equipment associated with loading DDG. (DDG LOADOUT) Maintain accurate records of loading times, load numbers and inventory. (DDG LOADOUT) Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the DDG load-out area and DDG bin bottoms in the elevator basement. (DDG LOADOUT) Responsible for checking and cleaning 11th Street secondary containment and running street sweeper on haul roads. (DDG LOADOUT) Safely inspect, maintain and operate the articulating front-end loader to load wet distiller’s grain trucks. (WDG LOADOUT) Scale WDG trucks in and out and complete Bill of Lading and all associated load-out paperwork using GP software. (WDG LOADOUT) Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the wet pad, wet pad scale and wet pad containment areas. (WDG LOADOUT) Perform pre & post load-out truck inspections. Sample and retain load-out product streams to ensure quality control. Must be able to operate all types of chemical industry equipment used in the plant including, but not limited to fermentation vessels, jet cookers, agitators, mixing / milling equipment, distillation columns, centrifuges and distributive control systems. Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and strive to provide timely service. Maintain communication with Operations personnel to ensure adequate co-product inventories and operation. Communicate directly with Lead Ethanol Operator to report necessary maintenance and repair work needed in co-product load-out areas. Assist in maintaining the security and general upkeep of the plant and grounds. Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including but not limited to, Attendance standards and work deadlines. Responsible for production of safe feed and adherence to internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Adhere to the LifeLine Group Code of Team Behavior. In that regard, this position may be expected to perform duties outside the key responsibilities. Responsible for quality and personal safety. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment is manufacturing. Occasionally exposed to airborne particles (dust). Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to fumes, toxic chemicals and risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certificate required; Technical degree/certification preferred.
Previous experience in operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant and/or grain facility preferred.
Ability to learn and work effectively with plant Distributed Control System (DCS).
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic math skills required.
Basic mechanical skills preferred.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English is required.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
Technology proficient to include use of computers, tablets and two-way radio communications.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion.
Ability to maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
Capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance.
Shift schedules may change based upon business needs.
Required to sit; use hands to finger; handle, feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; speak; hear, taste and smell.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Must be able to safely work at heights up to 175’, which may include ladders, platforms, equipment tops and scaffolding.
Must be able to climb ladders and platforms, enter confined spaces (as needed) and wear all safety equipment.
Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time.
Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations up to 175 feet.
Travel may be required as needed.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree/certification preferred.
Previous experience in operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant and/or grain facility preferred.
Basic mechanical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn and operate the computer Distributed Control System (DCS) for co-product loading.
Operate the conveyors and equipment associated with loading DDG.
Maintain accurate records of loading times, load numbers and inventory.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the DDG load-out area and DDG bin bottoms in the elevator basement.
Responsible for checking and cleaning 11th Street secondary containment and running street sweeper on haul roads.
Safely inspect, maintain and operate the articulating front-end loader to load wet distiller’s grain trucks.
Scale WDG trucks in and out and complete Bill of Lading and all associated load-out paperwork using GP software.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the wet pad, wet pad scale and wet pad containment areas.
Perform pre & post load-out truck inspections.
Sample and retain load-out product streams to ensure quality control.
Must be able to operate all types of chemical industry equipment used in the plant including, but not limited to fermentation vessels, jet cookers, agitators, mixing / milling equipment, distillation columns, centrifuges and distributive control systems.
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and strive to provide timely service.
Maintain communication with Operations personnel to ensure adequate co-product inventories and operation.
Communicate directly with Lead Ethanol Operator to report necessary maintenance and repair work needed in co-product load-out areas.
Assist in maintaining the security and general upkeep of the plant and grounds.
Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including but not limited to, Attendance standards and work deadlines.
Responsible for production of safe feed and adherence to internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
Adhere to the LifeLine Group Code of Team Behavior.
Responsible for quality and personal safety.