Material Handler

The Material Handler at Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC is responsible for the safe handling of ethanol and related products on-site in Council Bluffs, IA. Duties include unloading corn, loading ethanol, operating machinery, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in an industrial setting, and the ability to lift up to 50lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Description

Summary

Responsible for timely and safe handling of ethanol and ethanol products. Assists in the movement of trucks and rails cars on the plant site to enable the plant to operate at maximum capacity. Ensure all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner according to approved training procedures and practices.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties
• Wear personal protective equipment as assigned in all areas of the plant.
• Complete all Rail Safety and Grains specific training requirements.
• Safely operates the receiving and loading systems.
• Unloads corn from trucks and rail cars, including weighing, sampling, and testing.
• Loads ethanol and ethanol products into trucks and rail cars, including weighing, sampling, and testing, as required.
• Safely moves rail cars on the plant site as necessary to facilitate effective receiving and shipping.
• Assists with maintenance and repair of receiving and shipping equipment.
• Maintains area of work according to supplied Housekeeping Lists.
• Participates and complies in safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
• Trained and follows all city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to the shipping department.
• Coordinates activities with-in and outside department.
• Follows all guidance from the company’s laboratory to ensure all ethanol products are Certified with COA prior to loading.

Requirements

Qualifications
• Competent written and verbal skills
• Ability to perform basic computer tasks using email and spreadsheets
• 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 GED required.
• Experience working with machinery in an industrial environment or grain elevator preferred.
• Experience with the operation of front-end loaders, forklift trucks, and related material handling equipment preferred.

Physical Demands
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in outside conditions and adverse weather.
• Walking, Standing, Sweeping

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 will regularly be exposed to chemicals used in the process.

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.