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Process Operator - Charles City Ethanol Plant-260019Y

 

Process Operator $27

Additional $2 Night-Shift Differential

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Description:

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Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

As a Process Operator you will oversee the daily operation of an assigned area of the production process within the plant. Working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule while maintaining a safe work environment. Monitors and maintains production quality and equipment, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the Company.

At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:

· Monitor and control plant operations.

· Review the operation of the plant constantly to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

· Participate in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.

· Document and monitor process variables, sample data and routine tasks as required for position, to ensure plant operations are maintained within operating parameters.

· Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Control program, interprets results, and takes appropriate action when required.

· Communicate with all departments within the facility to ensure safe and efficient execution of daily plant activities.

· Monitor and troubleshoot process issues and equipment.

· Perform scheduled Operations Work Requests as requested by Supervisor or Plant Management.

· Prepare equipment to ensure it is safe for maintenance/contractors to perform scheduled work.

· Utilize company safe work practices to ensure all work is performed safely.

· Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs (LOTO-lock out tag out, Safe Work Permit, FSMA-Food Safety Modernization Act).

· Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.

· Monitor use and inventory of process chemicals and supplies.

· Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a safe, reliable, and consistent operation.

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This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

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Qualifications

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Minimum Requirements:

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Charles City Ethanol Plant required.

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Preferred Requirements:

· Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalent preferred.

· Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred.

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Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:

· Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program

· 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution

· Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

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Visit Valero.com/careers to apply today.