Refinery Technician I

Kids for the Future; Valders (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (company-paid)

Health Reimbursement Account

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Educational Assistance

Training & Development

Much More!

Job summary

Quality Roasting operates a high-quality, all-natural soybean oil refinery in a SQF-certified facility. As a self-motivated, safety-minded team member with mechanical aptitude, you will monitor, operate, troubleshoot, test product quality, and load outbound bulk tankers.

You will report to the Refinery and Bottling Plant Manager, work a 7-on/7-off cycle on 5:00 am - 5:00 pm shifts, and participate in safety training while upholding SQF procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years in manufacturing/refinery or similar; food processing experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving mindset.
• Basic understanding of refinery processes and equipment preferred.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and collaborate with a team.
• Desire to learn and develop technical skills while upholding safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor PLC and refinery equipment according to SQF procedures.
• Adjust operations to optimize production efficiency.
• Maintain sanitary schedules per Quality Roasting standards.
• Assist QA Technician with basic quality tests.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot refinery processes with Lead Refinery Technicians.
• Report malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors.
• Load outbound bulk tankers and ensure proper records.
• Follow SQF-based Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Participate in safety training and adhere to protocols.
• Collaborate with team for smooth operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-motivated

Team player

Safety conscious

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $24.00 / Hour
• Job Category Refinery, Technician, Manufacturing
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name HR

Exciting Career Opportunity!
Are you a passionate leader who is ready to take your career to the next level? This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a long-standing, successful, and growing company that’s anything but “corporate.” Here, people truly come first! You’ll be part of a close-knit, values-driven culture where your ideas are heard, your work makes a real impact, and your professional growth is encouraged and developed every step of the way. If you’re passionate about safety and looking to advance your career with a company that values people, growth, teamwork, quality and more, Quality Roasting is the place to be. Here, every team member is an important part of building our future, and we invest in every team member to help build your future.

Since opening our doors in 1991, Quality Roasting has always been about more than just business, it’s been about people. From our earliest days, we built our success on the strength of our team, our commitment to each other, and our drive to serve customers and communities with excellence.

Position Summary

You can take pride in operating equipment that produces high quality, all-natural food grade soybean oil in our Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certified facility. As a self- motivated, safety-minded, reliable team member with a strong mechanical aptitude, you have the drive to learn and excel at monitoring, operating, and troubleshooting our refinery process, testing and ensuring product quality, and loading outbound bulk tankers.

Reports To

Refinery and Bottling Plant Manager

Work Schedule

• 1 opening on Days: 5:00 am - 5:00 pm, work 7 days, off 7 days

We Offer

• Health Insurance (100% company-paid premium)
• Health Reimbursement Account (reimburses 50% of annual deductible)
• Dental Insurance (50% company-paid premium)
• Life Insurance (100% company-paid)
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match (100% immediate vesting)
• Up to $3,500/year in Educational Assistance
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Much More!

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor PLC and operations of refinery equipment and processes according to established SQF procedures
• Make necessary adjustments to optimize production efficiency
• Maintain designated sanitary schedule to Quality Roasting standards
• Work with the Quality Assurance Technician to assist with basic quality control tests to ensure product meets specifications
• Learn to perform routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment is functioning properly
• Learn to troubleshoot our refinery process by assisting Lead Refinery Technicians in resolving any production issues that may occur
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the Lead Refinery Technician and/or Refinery Plant Manager
• Load outbound bulk tankers
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices based on our SQF Programs
• Complete required paperwork and maintain accurate records of production data and quality test results
• Participate in safety training and adhere to all safety protocols
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient operation
• Perform other tasks, as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing, refinery operations or similar industry experience; experience in food processing is a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Basic understanding of refinery processes and equipment is a plus
• Availability to work 12-hour shifts
• Desire and ability to work independently and contribute to a strong team environment
• Desire to learn and develop technical skills
• Reliable team member with a strong commitment to safety and quality standards
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Good verbal and written communications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, climb, sit, stand, walk, handle objects, reach above shoulder level, use fine finger movements and push/pull, carry/lift light to heavy loads up to 50 lbs.