Impactful Ethanol Plant Operator

Andersons; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

The Andersons, Inc. in North America operates across the agribusiness and renewables sectors, with a focus on ethanol production.

The Renewables/Ethanol Production Worker role covers cook, distillation, energy center, and DCS operations, plus grain processing and lab sampling to support safe, efficient throughput. The position emphasizes hands-on operation in a 24x7 ethanol facility, shift flexibility (12-hour shifts, day/night), and adherence to safety and quality standards, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 0-2 years’ relevant experience required.
• Basic computer operation and data entry skills.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment and/or a valid driver’s license preferred.
• Previous production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform processing functions in the cook, distillation, energy center and/or distributed control system (DCS) areas of ethanol production with assistance.
• Perform activities relating to processing functions such as corn grinding and cook operations, yeast and fermentation quality control, yeast, distillation, evaporation, dryer and boiler operations.
• Monitor production processes and adjust equipment settings or raw materials inputs as directed to ensure the optimal efficiency in the production process.
• Perform general product sampling, lab testing, document results, and report findings to crew leadership and/or laboratory personnel.
• Maintain documentation and record key production data as directed.
• Operate various types of mobile equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Process monitoring

Safety focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Andersons, Inc. in North America operates across the agribusiness and renewables sectors, with a focus on ethanol production.

The Renewables/Ethanol Production Worker role covers cook, distillation, energy center, and DCS operations, plus grain processing and lab sampling to support safe, efficient throughput. The position emphasizes hands-on operation in a 24x7 ethanol facility, shift flexibility (12-hour shifts, day/night), and adherence to safety and quality standards, with opportunities