Production Technician – Ethanol & Distillers (Sign-On Bonus)

Cenex Zip Trip; Annawan (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking four Production Technicians for our Annawan, IL facility to support the safe and efficient production of ethanol, corn oil, and distillers grains in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will monitor and operate processing equipment, perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure production targets are met with a strong focus on safety and quality. The role includes an 8-hour M-F training period followed by a 12-hour rotating shift schedule with built-in

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility. Responsible for product quality, meeting safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjusments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
• Ensure effective implementation of QA policies and procedures, complete required sampling and testing of process streams, and understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required.
• Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements including completion of necessary record keeping.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment as required.
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
• Load and unload products from/to truck and rail and carry materials.
• Monitor, maintain and care for all issued tools.
• Successfully complete initial, ongoing and supplemental training.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Work together with co-workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.

Skills

Operations experience

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CHS Inc. is seeking four Production Technicians for our Annawan, IL facility to support the safe and efficient production of ethanol, corn oil, and distillers grains in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will monitor and operate processing equipment, perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure production targets are met with a strong focus on safety and quality. The role includes an 8-hour M-F training period followed by a 12-hour rotating shift schedule with built-in