Process Operator - Albert City Ethanol Plant

Valero; Albert City (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $4,000

Night shift differential $2/hour

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Valero is hiring a Process Operator at the Albert City Ethanol Plant in Iowa. You will operate and monitor the production process on a 12-hour rotating shift, ensuring safety and quality. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments and participation in efficiency projects to reduce costs.

Starting wage is 27.75 USD per hour with a 2 USD night shift differential and a 4,000 USD sign-on bonus. On-site work with comprehensive benefits and overtime eligibility are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• On-site, in-person work at Valero Albert City Ethanol Plant required.
• Associate degree in Process Technology preferred.
• Experience in a dry-mill ethanol plant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Review plant operation to monitor production and quality, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Participate in projects to improve efficiency or reduce operating costs.
• Document and monitor process variables, sample data and routine tasks.
• Participate in QA/QC programs, interpret results and take action as needed.
• Communicate with all departments to ensure safe, efficient daily activities.
• Monitor and troubleshoot process issues and equipment.
• Perform scheduled Operations Work Requests as requested by Supervisor or Plant Management.
• Prepare equipment to ensure it is safe for maintenance or contractors.
• Follow safe work practices and participate in safety/environmental programs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Process Technology

Job description

Includes $4,000 Sign-on Bonus

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

Starting wage $27.75/hour

$2/hour Night Shift Differential

Includes $4,000 Sign-on Bonus

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

As a Process Operator you will oversee the daily operation of an assigned area of the production process within the plant. Working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule while maintaining a safe work environment. Monitors and maintains production quality and equipment, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the Company.

Duties

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Review the operation of the plant constantly to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Document and monitor process variables, sample data and routine tasks as required for position, to ensure plant operations are maintained within operating parameters.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Control program, interpret results, and take appropriate action when required.
• Communicate with all departments within the facility to ensure safe and efficient execution of daily plant activities.
• Monitor and troubleshoot process issues and equipment.
• Perform scheduled Operations Work Requests as requested by Supervisor or Plant Management.
• Prepare equipment to ensure it is safe for maintenance/contractors to perform scheduled work.
• Utilize company safe work practices to ensure all work is performed safely.
• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs (LOTO-lock out tag out, Safe Work Permit, FSMA-Food Safety Modernization Act).
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Monitor use and inventory of process chemicals and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a safe, reliable, and consistent operation.
• This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Job

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location

US-IA-Albert City

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Albert City Ethanol Plant, required.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred.

Benefits

Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

Discover more about Albert City and how we’re making a difference there.

Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers .

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.

The posting may close earlier than the advertised date based on applications received.

Note: Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair-analysis drug screen.