Ethanol Plant Operator: Lead Efficiency & Quality

Chief Ethanol; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

Job summary

Chief Ethanol Fuels, Inc. in Nebraska is seeking an Operator to manage and troubleshoot production areas of the ethanol plant, ensuring quality and efficiency. The role may include relief for Shift Lead Operator and special assignments from the Production Manager.

You will learn process equipment, follow start-up/shutdown procedures, collect samples, analyze streams, maintain logs, and help keep the plant safe and well-maintained. A High School Diploma is preferred; full benefits apply.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in process operations.
• Understanding of math and chemical processing systems.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of all aspects of ethanol plant operations and co-product loadout.
• Provide direction and instruction to production operators for efficient plant operations.
• Assist Shift Lead Operator including issuing work permits and maintenance work orders.
• Learn and operate production equipment and processes.
• Follow procedures for plant start-up, shutdown, cleaning and routine operations.
• Sample and analyze process streams during shift.
• Keep accurate and timely logs and respond to data to optimize operations.
• Maintain a clean and well‑maintained plant facility and perform quality tests as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

3-5 years experience

Math & chemical processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Chief Ethanol Fuels, Inc. in Nebraska is seeking an Operator to manage and troubleshoot production areas of the ethanol plant, ensuring quality and efficiency. The role may include relief for Shift Lead Operator and special assignments from the Production Manager.

You will learn process equipment, follow start-up/shutdown procedures, collect samples, analyze streams, maintain logs, and help keep the plant safe and well-maintained. A High School Diploma is preferred; full benefits apply.