COME WORK FOR US!

If you are interested in working with us, please fill out an employment application here, and email the completed form to hr@tharaldsonethanol.com

CURRENT OPENINGS

PROCESS OPERATOR
4 days on / 4 days off – night & day swing shifts


Responsible for the operation of the plant, working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the Company.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

  1. Constantly review the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  1. Participate in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
  1. Maintain adequate records of key production variables such as production volume, yield, plant uptime, utility consumption, etc., on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis, as required.
  1. Communicate directly with QA/QC laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA policies and procedures.
  1. Sample and test process streams and boiler waters as required by the QA/QC program and procedures.
  1. Understand and implement start-up and shut-down procedures for the safe and efficient operation of the Gas-fired package boiler, TO and dryer system. Control Fire Hazards; know methods of control and emergency reporting in case of fire. Inspect Fire suppression equipment daily. Know the interlock system.
  1. Maintain accurate records of boiler and dryers on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis, as required.
  1. Maintain QA/QC records.
  1. Understand and interpret QA/QC results and take appropriate action when required.
  1. Communicate directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas.
  1. Perform preventive maintenance activities as required.
  1. Assist maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs.
  1. Work in a safe manner at all times.
  1. Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
  1. Monitor use and inventories of process chemicals and supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:  High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
                                           Associate degree or technical degree/certification preferred

Required Knowledge & Experience:  Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred

Skills/Abilities:  
Ability to learn and work effectively with the plant’s Distributed Control System (DCS)
Punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines
Ability to maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization         
Ability to communicate information and state problems or challenges to be resolved in a clear, concise, courteous, nondiscriminatory and professional manner and be able to provide clarification as necessary          
Capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance

 
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
1. Repair or replace plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
2. Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
3. Communicate directly with production and shipping/receiving department to coordinate maintenance and repair work.
4. Assist with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.
5. Assist with new installations and other projects, as requested by supervisor.
6. Work with engineer and external contractors to plan and implement installation of new equipment or systems.
7. Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs.
8. Know and understand city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and work in a manner to ensure that these regulations are always met.
10. Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
11. Be available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis as required.
12. Work on projects such as piping, rigging, welding ect.

We offer on-the-job training and an excellent benefits program including full benefit package, 6% retirement match, 1/2 employer-paid HSA deductible and additional holiday pay!

Job Type: Full-time M-F – 7am-4pm
Salary: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour