Plant Operations Technician

Homeland Energy Solutions, LLC; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeland Energy Solutions, LLC is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to join our team. You will operate plant processes (slurry or distillation & evaporation), read procedures, collect samples, and ensure safety and quality in every step.

Responsibilities include process monitoring, equipment operation, cross-training, and maintaining logs, while collaborating with the lab and maintenance teams to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, time management, multitasking, detail-oriented, computer skills, and problem solving are required.
• No prior production experience is required, though it is helpful.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work a 12-hour swing rotation, including night hours.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow operating procedures for plant and equipment.
• Collect samples from front-end or back-end processes (proof & moisture).
• Accurately measure ingredients for fermentation.
• Operate lab equipment and read technical readings.
• Troubleshoot and inspect plant areas to locate problems.
• Review slurry and fermentation processes to ensure quality.
• Review distillation and evaporation processes; certify ethanol before transport.
• Follow Operations Objectives to meet facility goals.
• Coordinate with lab to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety per laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with maintenance to anticipate or fix problems.
• Handle chemicals per MSDS safety sheets.
• Keep accurate logs and records.
• Monitor, load, and unload trucks; cross-train with other operators.
• Work with training coordinator to understand processes and terms.
• Follow LOTO procedures and enter confined spaces if needed.
• Operate JLG, forklift, scissor lifts, skid/end loaders.

Skills

communication skills

time management

multi-tasking

detail oriented

computer skills

problem solving

Job description

Homeland Energy Solutions, LLC is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to join our team. You will operate plant processes (slurry or distillation & evaporation), read procedures, collect samples, and ensure safety and quality in every step.

Responsibilities include process monitoring, equipment operation, cross-training, and maintaining logs, while collaborating with the lab and maintenance teams to meet production goals.