Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)

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Job Title: Commodities Operator
Reports to: Commodities Manager
Department: Commodities
Location: Madera, CA
Supervises: N/A
Classification: Non-exempt

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Purpose: Provide reception and administrative support for the Office Manager as well as other department managers.

Environment:
Pacific Ethanol, Inc. (PEI) is a public traded company headquartered in Sacramento, CA. PEI markets ethanol to major and independent oil companies from either third party sources or from producing plants within the PEI structure. The company also markets the feed co-products through it Ag Products division to livestock feeding customers in locations where it has production facilities. The production facilities are strategically located to process corn to make ethanol, and feed products, taking advantage of unparalleled efficiencies in energy uses, waste reduction, water use and transportation costs.

The following is a list of major duties and responsibilities for this position along with certain supportive duties. It is not all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be added as needed and in addition; and, management may modify this job description as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Moves materials and products with the use of industrial equipment which typically includes front-end loader, telehandler, and skid steer equipment;
Receives, inspects and records incoming commodities and other raw materials (grain, ethanol, etc.); and directs it to its designated location;
Loads trucks, railcars, and/or barges with out-going bulk products including ethanol, syrup, grain, etc.
Adjusts the grain equipment to adapt to variances in grain; makes minor adjustments to the equipment settings to ensure the product produced meets quality and quantity standards and expectations;
Monitors the quality of the product to ensure the product meets industry/company standards; reports and sets aside defective product;
Assists maintenance department by inspecting and servicing equipment to ensure that the equipment is performing at peak efficiency at all times;
Assists operations department as needed.
Monitors vendor truck drivers on site and trains new truck drivers in unloading and loading procedures.
Transfers products within tank farm.
Records daily production activities and verifies production; maintains adequate records of production volume, down-time, and equipment breakdowns;
Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve productivity levels and service methods in order to maximize overall quality and productivity.
Complies with state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations, and adheres to quality assurance programs and safety standards;
Adheres to safety programs to promote a safe environment and to minimize safety hazards/injuries;
Attends informational meetings and work related training to keep abreast of any new policies and/or procedures or company developments/initiatives.

Supportive duties and responsibilities:
Cleans up work area; picks-up cardboard, plastic and other debris that is lying around;
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalency
Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment.

Qualifications
Proficiency operating industrial equipment such as forklift, front-end loader, telehandler, and skid steer equipment.
Competent working with computers; knowledgeable of operation software;
Knowledge of basic math principles and able to read and write;
Excellent hand-eye coordination;
Ability to collaborate and work as a team;
Safety oriented;
Must be able to work at heights
Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack in a safe manner;
Ability to follow directions, and work well with little supervision;
Ability to speak and write in English;
Valid driver’s license;
Bilingual skills are (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.
Must have the ability to work different shifts and overtime. This includes the possibility of short-term and long-term shift reassignment to match the needs of the business.

Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in cold to hot temperatures; work around dust, fumes, and/or moderate to loud noises; works inside and/or outside;
Able to lift, pull, carry, and pick-up average to heavy objects weighing up to 60 pounds;
Able to climb stairs and ladders; walk on paved and unpaved surfaces; sit at a desk and operate a computer and keyboard; visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear, speak, and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; manual dexterity to operate a telephone; lift horizontally and vertically, bend, stoop, stand, twist, and reach;
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Criminal background check and drug screening required.