Refinery Technician Job Box Elder area,South Dakota USA,Manufacturing / Production

Description

The Refinery Technician will be trained to produce refined and bleached, food‑grade soybean oil products from crude soybean oil that meet required product specifications through monitoring and adjusting instrumentation. SDSP maintains a family oriented, collaborative team environment where each employee’s contribution and strong work ethic is valued. Employee appreciation is demonstrated through top pay, amazing benefits, profit sharing, company sponsored events, and career development opportunities.

Primary

Responsibilities

Perform all duties as assigned and required to operate the refining process in a safe and efficient manner.

Complete the necessary paperwork required in the record keeping of the refining process and production.

Communicate any process problems that may occur and participate in troubleshooting issues.

Maintain designated sanitary schedule to SDSP standards and be in compliance with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and policies.

Continuously learn, building knowledge, skills and experience within the department while achieving KPI's (Key Performance Indicators)

Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.

Effectively communicate and coordinate with multiple departments.

Be a good steward of company resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Possess the ability to process new information and communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
Must actively participate as a team member to maintain a positive work environment.

Shift Availability Requirements

The Refinery runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with 12 hour shifts from 7am – 7pm & 7pm – 7am.
Refinery Technicians must be available to switch from day shift to night shift every 8 days.
Must be available to rotate between 4 consecutive 12 hour shifts, followed by 4 days off, and return to work the opposite shift for 4 consecutive 12 hour shifts.
Will be scheduled one week per month for on‑call coverage.
Must be available to work shifts that fall on weekends and holidays.
Night shift receives shift differential pay.
Holidays worked are paid double time and a half.

Physical Requirements

Must Possess the Ability to Do the Following Frequently:

Bend
Sit
Climb Ladders and Stairs
Squat
Kneel
Handle Objects
Stand
Walk
Push/Pull
Reach Above Shoulder Level
Carry/Lift 25 – 50 lbs.
Adhere to beard policy

Working Conditions

Exposed to excessive noise
Drives motorized equipment
Occasionally exposed to dust
Work around moving machinery
Work in confined spaces
Occasionally exposed to fumes
Work on and around high structures
Exposed to marked changes in temperature

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