Shipping & Receiving Operator - Ethanol Plant

Valero; Albion (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Healthcare

Job summary

Valero is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Operator in Albion, NE. The role focuses on loading ethanol and distiller’s grains, operating associated equipment, and coordinating with drivers and rail crews.

This on-site position features 12-hour rotating day shifts and requires strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include loading, sampling, paperwork, and equipment operation, with involvement in maintenance and housekeeping to ensure reliable throughput.

Qualifications

• Requires basic literacy and ability to operate within safety procedures.
• Experience with material handling equipment is a plus.
• On-site, shift-based role with mandatory overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain storage and loading processes.
• Load ethanol into trucks and railcars.
• Load distiller’s grains into trucks, railcars, and containers.
• Take ethanol and grain samples for testing.
• Operate meters, bulk weighers, and scales for loading.
• Create tickets and driver paperwork.
• Move railcars with locomotives or rail movers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Participate in safety programs (LOTO, FSMA).
• Communicate with rail service to coordinate movements.

Skills

Loading

Rail loading

Heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS Outlook

Job description

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 Shipping & Receiving Operator you will be responsible for loading ethanol and distiller’s grain, work 12-hour rotating day shifts, as well as the movement of trucks and rails cars on the plant site. Ensure maximum production quantity and quality while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company.

At Valero, We Are Committed To Advancing The Future Of Energy Through Innovation, Ingenuity And Unmatched Execution. You Can Help Achieve This Goal If You Can

• Operate and maintain all processes associated with product storage and loading.


• Load ethanol into trucks and railcars.


• Load distiller’s grains into trucks, railcars, and containers.


• Take samples of ethanol and distiller’s grains for testing.


• Operate meters, bulk weighers, and scales to facilitate product loading.


• Create tickets and issue paperwork to drivers.


• Operate locomotive or rail mover to move railcars on plant site to facilitate loading of product.


• Operate large machinery and equipment such as front end loaders and lifts.


• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs. (LOTO-lock out tag out, Safe Work Permit, FSMA-Food Safety Modernization Act).


• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as required.


• Perform routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment.


• Monitor area equipment and assist with maintenance as required.


• Communicate regularly with local rail service to facilitate rail movement activities.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Job

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location

US-NE-Albion

Job Posting

Aug 12, 2026, 4:04:54 PM

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with the movement and loading of rail cars preferred.


• Experience working with heavy equipment in an industrial environment or grain elevator preferred.


• Experience with the operation of front-end loaders, forklift trucks, rail movers, man lifts, and related material handling equipment preferred.


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


• Experience with standard computer software programs, i.e. Microsoft Outlook and SAP, 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

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

Discover more about Albion and how we're making a difference there.

Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

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.

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