Commodities Specialist at Three Rivers Energy

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTHREE RIVERS ENERGYJob Title: Commodities SpecialistReports To: Logistics and Environment ManagerThe Commodities Specialist is responsible for the receiving in and the loading out of commodities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity while supporting the Company’s policies, goals and objectives.Essential Job Functions:Unloads corn according to the corn procurement policyEnsures grain is available to operations at all times.Performs inventory and quality controlBecomes a certified operator of rail mover, forklift, wheel loader, man lift, and skid loaderAnticipates and solves problems in a timely manner and identifies opportunities for improvementParticipates in project teams that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costsMaintains plant cleanliness and works in a safe manner at all timesCompletes any and all tasks assigned by supervisor and/or Plant ManagerLoad out commodities such as DDGS, WDGS, Corn Oil, Syrup, and various types of alcohol.Load out trucks and railcars, sample and complete checklist items as per SOP requirementsReceiving shipments of chemicals, parts and other deliveries, sample and complete checklists for receiving different types of items.Operate all processes and equipment associated with loading operations.    Follow procedures for start-up, shut down, cleaning and batching of equipment. Maintain accurate and efficient logs and records.  Produce APIs and, when appropriate, intermediates in accordance with pre-approved instructions  Make sure all deviations are reported and evaluated.  Make sure that facilities are clean and when appropriate disinfected  Communicate inventory and quality control data to Logistics Manager and others as needed.  Have the ability to read and understand SOPs to perform operations. Maintain a team environment with all other employees and departments while providing a high level of customer service and a friendly atmosphere. Responsible for following food safety regulations and company policies is essential to ensure the integrity of our food-grade production processes. Requirements:Legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basisHigh school diplomaExperience in the operation of an ethanol plant is preferredAbility to work in a cooperative, team-based workplace Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Ability to work at elevated heightsAbility to work in confined spacesAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbersAbility to work with fractions, metric system, percentages, and decimalsAbility to read, write and understand EnglishAbility to communicate via two-way radio technologyMust hold a valid driver’s license Other Skills/Abilities:Expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)Problem-solving skillsPromotes Three Rivers Energy in the communityPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Experience working in an FDA regulated environment or food environment is desirable.  Package  Three Rivers Energy offers competitive pay; a generous benefit package; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; a retirement savings plan; business casual attire; as well as a smoke free work environment. All potential employees of Three Rivers Energy, Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment. We are an 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.  NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.