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Description
Summary
Provide assistance to multiple departments within the Plant; operate machinery and equipment necessary in the production of ethanol and co-products, including the loading and unloading of these products, safely and as specified. Provide back up to departments.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Respond to and complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
- Responsible for grounds maintenance including shoveling, trash pick-up, etc.
- Responsible for inspecting all required equipment and completion of all related records.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the plant on a scheduled basis.
- Regularly utilize power washers, shovels, brooms, and other cleaning equipment.
- Keep current on the status of all operating equipment in your section.
- Maintain equipment by checking fluid levels, greasing, lubricating and re-fueling.
- Properly document any accidents and/or injuries.
- Assist in keeping the plant in a “Tour Ready” condition at all times.
- Complete all duties in a safe and efficient manner at all times.
- Assist all departments with loading, un loading and general duties
- Other duties as may be assigned to accomplish the safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant.
- Wear personal protective equipment as required.
- Exemplify the core values of SIRE: Curious Grower, Optimistic Honesty, Hardworking Team, and Organized
Requirements
Qualifications
- Good written and verbal skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks
- Ability to work well with others and independently
- Exemplify the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of the Company
- Valid driver’s license required
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical trade certifications are assets.
- Experience with machinery, industrial environment, grain elevator or agricultural settings a plus.
- Experience with the operation of forklift trucks, skid loaders, pallet jacks, and related material handling equipment a plus
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
- Ability to work in outside conditions and adverse weather.
- Ability to work at heights up to 250’
- Walking
- Standing
- Sweeping/shoveling
Working Environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
- The employee is regularly exposed to dusty conditions.
- The employee is regularly exposed to high noise environments.
- The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
- The employee may be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the process. (including dry industrial penicillin)
- The employee is regularly exposed to strong odors, such as those associated with ethanol production.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance: SIRE covers 100% of the premium for employee-only coverage on two plans.
- Dental Insurance: SIRE covers the full premium for employee-only coverage.
- Vision Insurance: Comprehensive vision coverage available.
- Disability Coverage: Short- and long-term disability premiums fully paid by SIRE.
- Life Insurance: Employer-paid group term life insurance, with voluntary additional coverage available.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer matches 100% up to 6% of your contributions.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement: $40/month reimbursement for fitness memberships.
- Bonus Incentive Program: Quarterly and annual bonuses with a generous payout structure.
- Paid Parental Leave: Supporting employees during life's important moments.
- Supplemental Insurance Options: Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans available.
- Paid Time Off: Accruals totaling 3 weeks annually.
Note: Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is not permitted on SIRE property.
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