POET
MaterialHandler
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“Material Handler at POET. Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products. Assist with grain product or biomass and supply truck unloading”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure a timely delivery and product safety; deliver a best-in-class culture of quality
Industry & Context.
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills; Ability to think objectively
Must be able to meet call-in requirements, work extended hours as necessary, Be required to work outdoor, weekend, and holidays, Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Working at extreme heights, in confined spaces, in extreme temperatures, subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen, subject to random drug and alcohol testing
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent required, Documented successful performance as a Material Handler or equivalent work experience required
Nice to Have
Experience and knowledge in the operation of heavy machinery, skid loaders or other associated heavy loading or material-moving equipment preferred, Experience in truck loading and unloading, including rail tank car and tanker truck preferred, DOT certification preferred
What You'll Do.
Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products
Assist with grain product or biomass and supply truck unloading
Complete the grading of grain products or biomass
Operate large machinery
Maintain a clean work area
Enter bins adhering to POET’s confined space procedures
Complete HAZMAT paperwork
maintain and operate all processes associated with the grains operation
lubricate and clean all equipment
Perform preventative maintenance tasks
Assist with running the bioprocessing facility scale house
Learn required software applications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Maintain a team environment at all times; Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance; Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes
Communication Scope
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
Full Job Description
# **ABOUT POET** At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world. # **BENEFITS & PERKS** ### _Eligible Team Members may receive_ * **$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)** * **Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!** * Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution * Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions * 401K with company match * Paid Parental Leave * Tuition reimbursement * Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations * Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements * Discounted home and auto insurance ### _All POET Team Members enjoy_ * A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually * 'Family-first' culture * Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements # **JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES** The Material Handler is responsible for loading dried distillers' grains, ethanol, corn oil, wet cake feed, distiller’s syrup, or biomass into trucks and rail cars. Team members in this position use mechanical equipment, meters or scales as well as computers and software equipment when loading products to ensure a timely delivery and product safety. Based on training provided, the Material Handler may also complete the grading of grain products or biomass. This is an on-site role located in **Hudson, SD.** Responsibilities include: * Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of
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