Process Operator - Albert City Ethanol Plant

Valero Energy; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and annual bonus program

100% match on 401(k) up to 7%

Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs

Job summary

Valero Energy is seeking a Process Operator for the Albert City Ethanol Plant in Iowa. You will oversee daily operations, ensure production quality, and maintain safety standards while working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and prefers experience in dry‑mill ethanol plant operations. Valero offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, and excellent healthcare benefits. Join a team committed to your success and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in the operation of a dry‑mill ethanol plant preferred.
• Ability to work on-site at the Valero Albert City Ethanol Plant.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Document and monitor process variables as required.

Skills

Plant operations monitoring

Troubleshooting process issues

Safety and environmental programs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Process Technology

Job description

Process Operator – Albert City Ethanol Plant

Valero invites you to join our workforce as a Process Operator overseeing the daily operation of an assigned area of the production process within the plant. You will work a 12‑hour rotating shift schedule, maintain a safe work environment, monitor and maintain production quality and equipment, and support the company’s goals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Review plant operation constantly to monitor production and quality, anticipate and solve problems, and identify 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, ensuring plant operations stay within operating parameters.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control program, interpret results, and take appropriate action when required.
• Communicate with all departments 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.
• Apply company safe work practices.
• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs (LOTO, Safe Work Permit, FSMA).
• Assist in programs and procedures required to keep the plant clean.
• Monitor use and inventory of process chemicals and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a safe, reliable, and consistent operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able and willing to work on‑site, in‑person at the Valero Albert City Ethanol Plant.
• Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience in the operation of a dry‑mill ethanol plant (preferred).

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.

This position is hourly non‑exempt; overtime pay is available.

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