Operator - Day & Night Shifts Available

Feed Energy; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Profit-sharing

Continuing education

Quarterly bonuses

Wellness reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Feed Energy Company is seeking hardworking Operators for day and night shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule. Start pay is $21.00 per hour with quarterly bonuses and a $1.60/hour night shift differential. The role requires passing a background check and drug screen, with duties including operating plant systems, monitoring quality, and maintaining logs.

Join a company focused on feed, fuel, and agriculture, offering a robust benefits package and a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to operate computer systems including Outlook, PIMS, Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and write English and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Follows all standard operating procedures during daily operations.
• Follows safety rules by inspecting safety equipment and maintaining safety standards.
• Prepares machinery for operation.
• Keeps records and logs associated with operations of the plant.
• Operates all valves and pumps associated with plant production systems to move products between tanks.
• Monitors temperatures and pH of products, and processing and transfer times of products.
• Monitors product for quality assurance, takes and maintains product samples as required under procedures.
• Unloads and loads trailers and rail cars.
• Operates shag tractor to spot trailers.
• Responsible for housekeeping duties as assigned by Shift Lead, Operations Supervisor and Plant Management.
• Ability to demonstrate our company values in everyday work interactions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Openings are available on both Days (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Nights (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM). Both on a 2-2-3 schedule. Please indicate your preferred shift when applying.

Operators start at $21.00 per hour. Operators are eligible for quarterly bonuses, as well!

Night Shift employees receive an additional $1.60/hour shift differential.

This position must pass a background check and drug screen.

Who we are and what we value:

Feed Energy works at the intersection of feed, fuel, and agriculture, building a nearly four-decade legacy of stewardship in various industries. We support how America nourishes its people and powers its economy. Our team is made up of growth-minded individuals, who are dedicated to transforming global practices in feeding and fueling, driving innovation across the industries we serve. We create circular economies, developing sustainable, low-carbon products and processes. Join us if you're looking for a dynamic environment to contribute to shaping a sustainable future for feeding and fueling the world.

We help feed the world by providing safe, energy-based nutrition solutions.

Creativity - Stewardship - Impact - Integrity - Healthy Relationships

What you will do

• Follows all standard operating procedures during daily operations
• Follows safety rules by inspecting safety equipment and maintaining safety standards
• Prepares machinery for operation
• Keeps records and logs associated with operations of the plant
• Operates all valves and pumps associated with plant production systems to move products between tanks
• Monitors temperatures and pH of products, and processing and transfer times of products
• Monitors product for quality assurance, takes and maintains product samples as required under procedures
• Unloads and loads trailers and rail cars
• Operates shag tractor to spot trailers
• Responsible for housekeeping duties as assigned by Shift Lead, Operations Supervisor and Plant Management
• Ability to demonstrate our company values in everyday work interactions
• All other duties as assigned.

What we provide, because we care!

• Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
• Generous 401k match (up to 6%)
• Profit-sharing for all employees
• Continuing education
• Quarterly bonuses based on performance
• Wellness reimbursement up to $300 a year
• 40 Hours of PTO that start accruing immediately and increases to 120 Hours at 2 years and 160 Hours at 5 years!
• 8 Paid Holidays

Requirements

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to operate computer systems including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, PIMS, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to read and write English and perform basic mathematical calculations

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support. The company will not sponsor employment visas at this time.