Adkins Energy LLCJob Description

Job Title: Production Operators

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Supervises: None

General Overview of the Position:

The production Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of plant equipment used in the production of fuel ethanol, biodiesel and co-products (distillers’ grain, corn oil). This role involves monitoring process systems, troubleshooting issues and ensuring product quality meets specifications.

Specific Job Duties:

• Operate and monitor plant systems including milling, fermentation, distillation, evaporating, and drying processes
• Control process parameters using computerized systems
• Perform routine inspections of pumps, valves, tanks, and other equipment
• Collect and test samples to ensure product quality standards are met
• Adjust process variables to optimize production efficiency and yield
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; communicate with maintenance as needed.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and shift documentation
• Assist with plant startups, shutdowns, and cleaning operation
• Scale in/out dry trucks, wet trucks, and chemical trucks
• Load/unload raw materials and finished products when required
• Adhere to Department of Transportation regulations for handling and shipping of flammable liquids such as ethanol and biodiesel.
• Follow proper procedures for handling ALL chemicals
• Follow company guidelines for confined space entries, hot work permits, and lockout/tag out.
• Accurately communicate with other operators, maintenance, and management personnel.
• Participate in shift change information meetings.
• Follow railroad regulations in preparation for shipment of DDGS and Ethanol.
• Accurately complete all paperwork as assigned.
• Organize and manage time and materials.
• Participate in covering the job duties of absent plant personnel.
• To handle the control room for the process and respond to audio and visual alarms accordingly.
• Utilize time efficiently to maintain a clean and organized facility.
• Follow Emergency Action Plan as directed by shift supervisor or management personnel.
• Capable of assuming duties of shift supervisor while absent and handling all aspects of process control
• Train in all areas of process and running control

· Perform other duties and assignments as required

General Job Duties:

• Highly motivated, dependable, and well organized
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Ability to troubleshoot and make decisions to safely correct any issues
• Ability to work well in a small team environment and independently
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as part of the rotating shift
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in and around conditions that may be dusty, noisy, and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions year round.

Education and Experience Requirement:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preference given to associates technical degree or equivalent experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person