Flint Hills Resources LLC is seeking a Grain Receiving Tech at our ethanol plant in Menlo, IA. Successful candidate will be responsible for operating the grain scales and the computer system, weighing incoming and outgoing truck shipments, grading corn, and recording data accurately.

JOB DESCRIPTION & DUTIES:

Typical responsibilities will include:

• Establish effective working relationships with customers
• Set up batches for the day (corn, co-products)
• Operate grain receiving system
• Operate grain probe to obtain corn samples from trucks
• Perform grading of the sample (moisture, FM, test weight, damage)
• Enter customer information into computers and weigh trucks (inbound, outbound for corn and co-products)
• Daily communication with customers - external and internal
• Daily batch transactions
• Housekeeping in scale room

WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task

• Strong commitment to safety and environmental issues. Willingness to adhere to all safety and health rules, plant rules, procedures and guidelines.

• Computer skills, specifically the ability to use Microsoft products and ability to learn to use proprietary databases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work without direct supervision to accomplish goals and meet schedules
• Proven solid work ethic and ability to work well with others as well as independently
• Must possess strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Must be open-minded and adaptive to change, promote the collective interests of the team more than self-interest, and be able to resolve problems in a respectful manner.
• Must possess a valid driver`s license

WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS PREFERRED:

• Grain elevator experience

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling and grasping. Standing for extended periods of time, walking up to one (1) mile per day, and data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs occasionally and 30 lbs frequently (unassisted)
• Ability to work in confined spaces and climb several flights of stairs and ladders up to 200 feet
• Exposure to environmental conditions (frequently walking in and outdoors) with exposure to extreme cold and warm temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees
• Must be willing to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (Hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, heeled boots and hearing protection)
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Flint Hills Resources is an independent refining and chemicals company. The company has expanded its operations through capital projects and acquisitions worth more than $5.3 billion since 2002. Its refineries and ethanol plants produce fuels that power much of Texas, the Midwest and the Alaska interior. Its petrochemicals are used to manufacture goods such as plastics, building products and packaging materials. Its asphalt is used in communities across the Midwest and Alaska. The base oils it markets are the principle raw material used to produce premium motor oil, commercial lubricants and sealants and coatings.

Flint Hills Resources employs about 3,600 people who are focused on creating value for customers and society. This workforce includes plant operators, accountants, marketers, environmental, health and safety professionals and engineers, among other career types, who work in a variety of settings: corporate headquarters, terminals, refineries, ethanol plants, chemical plants or sales offices. The company owns refineries and chemical plants in Alaska, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota and Texas, and ethanol plants in Iowa. In addition, the company owns and operates fuel and/or asphalt terminals in Alaska, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin. Flint Hills owns an interest in base oils plant in Louisiana, and a biodiesel feedstock development company in California. In addition to sales offices in North America, the company has a sales presence in Switzerland, Hong Kong and Belgium to serve global customers.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are

conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.