Head of Operations **URGENT**

Summary

In this position, you will lead plant operations crew members in a medium-sized industrial processing plant. Your primary goal is to assure safe and efficient production by working with and supporting directives from the Operations Manager and delegating assignments and responding to changing conditions in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

Leads the crew using the discipline of SOP’s, measurement, analysis and effective troubleshooting.

Assist Operations Manager with maintaining and updating production process checklist and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsible for new hire training, current process operator training and Team Lead development to ensure all skills and knowledge to perform job duties. Provide feedback as needed.

Analyzes specifications and control continuous operation of ethanol processing and co-products.

Manages processing schedules, operating logs, test results of ethanol, other product samples, and laboratory recommendations to determine changes in equipment controls required to produce specified quantity and quality of product.

Assists with employee performance appraisals, engages in disciplinary action when necessary, and administers time clock and time off issues.

Coordinates and controls the inventory of chemicals to maintain consistent production.

Support efforts to maximize production through creative problem solving, adaptation, and correction of process bottlenecks.

Respond to plant emergencies, evaluate production problems and recommend corrective action plans.

Fosters a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times. Participates in safety, health, environmental and ongoing training programs.

Performs routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ability to perform Production Operator duties in ALL areas of production facility

Available to work fill in shifts on nights and weekends as needed

Understanding of all plant operational processes and procedures, including routine and emergency start-up and shutdown practices.

Ability to effectively facilitate problem solving and troubleshooting with multiple people from different areas of responsibility.

Ability to give clear and concise direction to others.

Familiarity with industrial equipment operations and care

Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge in the areas of: planning, organizing, and interpersonal communications

Analytical testing and specifications for control points and final product

Maintaining a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements of FRA, TTB and state regulations.

Valid Driver's License

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) Required

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps, lift up to 60 lbs., and work at heights.

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.

Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.

Green Plains does not provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for new hires (for example, H-1B, F-1 OPT, TN, or other work visas). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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