Plant Operator Day Shift

Dakota Ethanol, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flex Spending Account

Dental

401k with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Company paid life insurance/AD&D/long&

short term disability

AFLAC

Team environment

Job summary

Dakota Ethanol, a growing ethanol producer, is seeking a Plant Operator to run plant processes, monitor the DCS system, and ensure product quality. The role includes handling water chemistry, QC tests, logs, and safe operation of equipment.

The position requires lifting up to 60 lbs, willingness to work 12-hour shifts (days/nights), and adherence to OSHA safety rules. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or trade certificate preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day and/or night.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to comply with safety and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Learn and operate all processes of the plant.
• Operate the DCS control system for plant operations.
• Test and maintain proper water chemistry in boiler and cooling tower.
• Perform quality control tests on product streams.
• Keep accurate and timely production logs.
• Load trucks with product and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow procedures.

Skills

Plant operations

DCS operations

Water chemistry

Quality control

Log documentation

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Post-secondary education or trade certificate

Tools

DCS system

Boiler equipment

Water treatment equipment

Job description

The ethanol industry is experiencing exciting growth, creating new opportunities, and driving innovation across renewable energy and agriculture. At the same time,Dakota Ethanolis expanding production, making this an especially exciting time to join a team that’s growing alongside a thriving industry. With both industry momentum and company expansion underway, this is a unique opportunity to be part of something bigger where your work directly contributes to growth, innovation, and the future of energy.

Operational since 2001,Dakota Ethanolin Wentworth, SD produces more than 90 million gallons ofethanolannually. The company also produces distillers grains and non-food grade corn oil, providing a feed source for local livestock producers or the biodiesel industry.Dakota Ethanolis owned and operated by Lake Area Corn Processors, LLC, which is comprised of more than 1,000 members, the majority of whom are South Dakota farmers. Dakota Ethanol is committed to being a strong partner in the local community, a key player in the regional economy and a leader in South Dakota’s ethanol industry.

What you get to do!

Plant Operator is responsible for operating plant equipment, operating boilers, compressed air, water treatment equipment, and controlling batch process. Perform and respond to QC analysis to ensure optimal plant performance. Continuous operation requires a flexible schedule for day and/or night shift work rotating through various job skills and overtime. Day shift hours 7am to 7pm.

What you get to do!

• Learn and operate all processes associated with the plant.
• Learn and operate DCS (computer control system) for the plant.
• Test and maintain proper water chemistry in the boiler and cooling tower.
• Perform quality control tests on product streams.
• Follow procedures for plant start-up, shut down, cleaning and batching.
• Keep accurate and timely logs.
• Respond to collected data and adjust to optimize plant operation.
• Load trucks with product (all co-products) using computers, meters, scales and equipment required to assure timely delivery of products.
• Understand maintenance of plant equipment, exhibit a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Communicate to relieving operators through shift change of what has happened and what is to be done during the next shift.
• Sustain facilities to maintain a clean environment.
• Complete any and all tasks assigned, discuss any problems with Management.
• Maintain a team environment with other plant departments and champion Dakota Ethanol LLC in the community.
• Adhere to all safe work practices are a condition of employment; complies with all OSHA and safety requirements.
• Must be able to multi-task with accuracy and concentration under stress to meet deadlines and productivity demands.
• Operate wheeled equipment to load trucks.

What you need to have!

• Post-secondaryeducation, technical trade certificate, or process operations experience is preferred.

Time will be spent in a temperature-controlled office-based environment at the manufacturing facility. Ability to sit for long periods of time. Able to view computer screen for lengths at a time. Time will be spent in the plant. All types of chemical industry equipment are used in the plant to include, but not limited to fermentation vessels, jet cookers, agitators, mixing and milling equipment, distillation columns, centrifuges and distributive control systems. May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions. Must be able to speak and listen clearly. Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy. Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and stairs, lift and move up to 60 lbs., work at heights on elevated surfaces, adapt to 12 hour shifts, and meet call-in requirements as needed. Ability to work from elevated surfaces. Regularly exposed to dust, odors, fumes, noise, and temperature variations.

What you get from us!

Dakota Ethanol offers12hour shifts - 7am-7pm, $24 to $26 (DOE) PLUS benefits PLUS $2,000NEW HIREBONUS!Benefits include: Health insurance, Flex Spending Account, dental, 401k with company match, PTO & paid holidays,100% company paid group life insurance/AD&D/long & short term disability , AFLAC and a team environment!

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.