POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Yard Operator
Classification: Hourly
Position Reports To: Operations manager
Reports: None
White Energy is a fast-growing company that is strengthening Americas commitment to clean, renewable energy. It owns and operates two state-of-the-art plants that are among the nations leading producers of biofuels and animal feed. Ethanol produced by White Energy enjoys low carbon intensity ratings, which is attractive to the growing West Coast market for low carbon fuels. We have the energy to succeed!
We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Yard Operator. Our ideal candidate will enjoy working at a growing company, have great attention to detail, and the ability multi-task daily.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Load, unload and move incoming and outgoing materials to ensure continuous production within the parameters set by White Energy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
- Operate the computer systems for grain receiving and the load-out of ethanol and co-products
- Operate the equipment for moving railcars, grain storage and transfer equipment, and handling of WDGS/DDGS.
- Follow the procedures of the Safe Work programs, including Confined Space, Hot Work, and Lock-out Tag-out, and Rail Safety.
- Completion of PM maintenance checklist, grounds sanitation, and scheduled general duties of the logistics department.
- Interface with plant personnel and external logistics parties to ensure adequate corn, ethanol, and WDGS/DDGS movement and storage capacities are maintained.
- Maintain thorough documentation of materials received and loaded out for accurate production and inventory.
- Cooperate with maintenance department to facilitate maintenance and repair of grain, WDGS/DDGS, and rail equipment.
- Assist in maintaining the site security and general upkeep of the plant and grounds.
- Be available for scheduled and unscheduled trains with 8 hours notice or less; report for the train within 45 minutes or less when called.
Education/Experience
- High school degree or equivalent required.
- Experience in the operation of heavy machinery or rail work preferred.
- Basic computer knowledge required
- Great communication skills
- Ability to successfully complete a background and UA analysis.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION
- Day and night shift
- Working in different climates
- Lifting more than 50 pounds frequently
- Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Must be able to climb ladders and work in high elevations. Must be able to speak and listen clearly. Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy.
- Ability to work in confined areas such as Grain tunnels and high platforms up to or more than 100 from ground level.
INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.