Grain Operator - ICM Biofuels

ICM Ventures Inc is seeking a Grain Operator for a full-time position in St Joseph, MO. Responsibilities include loading co-products, maintaining cleanliness, operating equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role requires a high school diploma, with experience in grain facilities preferred. The operator will work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, requiring physical strength and the ability to work in various conditions.
POSITION PURPOSE:

12 hour day shift. Responsible for safely and efficiently loading co-products (Dry Distiller’s Grains (DDG) and Wet Distiller’s Grains (WDG)). Responsible for grain bin cleaning, inventory management, wheel loader operation, wet pad management and general grounds upkeep.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
• Learn and operate the computer Distributed Control System (DCS) for co-product loading. Operate the conveyors and equipment associated with loading DDG. (DDG LOADOUT)
• Maintain accurate records of loading times, load numbers and inventory. (DDG LOADOUT)
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the DDG load-out area and DDG bin bottoms in the elevator basement. (DDG LOADOUT)
• Responsible for checking and cleaning 11th Street secondary containment and running street sweeper on haul roads. (DDG LOADOUT)
• Safely inspect, maintain and operate the articulating front-end loader to load wet distiller’s grain trucks. (WDG LOADOUT)
• Scale WDG trucks in and out and complete Bill of Lading and all associated load-out paperwork using GP software. (WDG LOADOUT)
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the wet pad, wet pad scale and wet pad containment areas. (WDG LOADOUT)
• Perform pre & post load-out truck inspections.
• Sample and retain load-out product streams to ensure quality control.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and strive to provide timely service.
• Maintain communication with operations personnel to ensure adequate co-product inventories and operation.
• Communicate directly with Lead Ethanol Operator to report necessary maintenance and repair work needed in co-product load-out areas.
• Assist in maintaining the security and general upkeep of the plant and grounds.
• Responsible for production of safe feed and adherence to internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent certificate required

Technical degree/certification preferred

Required Knowledge & Experience:

Experience in operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant or grain facility preferred

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to learn and work effectively with plant Distributed Control System (DCS).

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

12-hour shifts on a four-week shift rotation between days and nights - three 12-hour shifts one week and four 12-hour shifts the second week (WDG LOADOUT).

Shift schedule may change based upon the needs of the plant.

Significant time will be spent in the plant. All types of chemical industry equipment are used in the plant including, but not limited to fermentation vessels, jet cookers, agitators, mixing / milling equipment, distillation columns, centrifuges and distributive control systems. May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals and extreme hot or cold depending on weather conditions. Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations up to 175 feet.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH:

This job may require frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.