Mill Feedhouse Plant Operator I

Description

SUMMARY OF COMPANY

BioUrja Renewables, LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial-grade, beverage-grade, and fuel-grade ethanol and co-products, located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, which is among the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations.

We are part of the BioUrja Group, a family-owned energy and agricultural trading, supply and distribution group headquartered in Houston, Texas and having operations across the USA, as well as in the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico. We are proud to have been listed as one of the top four largest privately held companies in the Houston metropolitan area.

Job Summary

The Mill Feed Operator I is responsible for maintaining safe and effective operations within the Mill and Feedhouse Departments. They will work with Laborers, Utilities, and Feed and Mill Operator II's to accomplish assigned tasks throughout their shift.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor and make adjustments to process as needed utilizing the D / 3 computer system
• Operate equipment within parameters to achieve desired results
• Start up and shut down as determined by plant rates
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process problems
• Take readings on equipment as required by departmental policies
• Samples product throughout the process to maintain quality and specifications
• Perform environmental verifications and record as needed
• Basic oiling and greasing of equipment
• Train employees new to position
• Perform lock outs on assigned equipment
• Assist in the review and creation of production SOPs
• Support and comply with all food safety, quality, and legality requirements
• Maintain a clean work area through performance of housekeeping duties
• Completes all required documentation to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations
• Informs supervisor and affected personnel immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and / or acts
• Follow standard operating procedures, temporary work instructions, and process plans
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements

Physical / Mental Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD's), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of :

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training, and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Education / Training

Experience

BENEFITS

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

BioUrja Renewables, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BioUrja Renewables, LLC participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

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