Process Operator - Linden Ethanol Plant

Valero Energy

Linden (IN)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Annual bonus program
401(k) match
Healthcare
Wellness programs

Job summary

Valero Energy is hiring a Process Operator at the Linden Ethanol Plant. The role oversees daily production operations, monitors quality, and maintains equipment on a 12-hour rotating shift.

You will support safety, reliability, and efficiency across plant activities and participate in improvement projects. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to work on-site in Linden, Indiana.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Skills

On-site work readiness
Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Process Operator - Linden Ethanol Plant (26001DL)
Job Description
Process Operator - Linden Ethanol Plant - 26001DL
Description

The starting rate of pay for this position is $28 an hour.

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 Linden 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 Linden 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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