Biofuels Grain Operator

Position: BIOFUELS GRAIN OPERATOR (7566)
Location: Lee's Summit

# BIOFUELS GRAIN OPERATOR (7566)
St Joseph, MO 64503## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education  Level None Travel  Percentage None Category Manufacturing ## Description
** 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.
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* 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 Life Line 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.## Qualifications
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* MINIMUM 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…