Process Operator - Bloomingburg Ethanol Plant

Valero Energy; Ohio; On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus Program

401(K) matching

Healthcare and Wellness Programs

Job summary

Valero Energy is hiring a Process Operator for the Bloomingburg Ethanol Plant. The role operates on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, monitors production, and ensures quality while following company safety practices.

On-site work is required, with emphasis on maintaining plant parameters and supporting maintenance and operations teams. The position offers competitive pay with a starting wage of $28/hour plus a $2/hour Night Shift Differential, and opportunities for growth within a large energy

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations.
• Review plant operation to monitor production and quality, anticipate and solve problems promptly.
• Participate in projects to improve efficiency or reduce operating costs.
• Document and monitor process variables and routine tasks to maintain operating parameters.
• Participate in QA/QC program and interpret results.
• Communicate with departments to ensure safe daily plant activities.
• Monitor and troubleshoot process issues and equipment.
• Perform scheduled Operations Work Requests as requested by Supervisor or Plant Management.

Skills

On-site work

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Associate Degree in Process Technology

Job description

Job Description - Process Operator - Bloomingburg Ethanol Plant (26001GE)

Job Description

Process Operator - Bloomingburg Ethanol Plant - 26001GE

Description

Starting wage $28/hour
&$2/hour Night Shift Differential

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.

At Valero, this role performs duties that support our commitment to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity, and unmatched execution, including:

• 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.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Bloomingburg Ethanol Plant, required.

Preferred Requirements:

Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalentpreferred.

Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred.

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 Bloomingburg 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.

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