Operations (Msc) Manager

Summary:  In this position, you will be responsible for managing the quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) of the MSC Operations to ensure maximum yield and quality, while supporting the goals and objectives of this company.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Actively participate in site safety management plan.
• Manage and report Key Process Indicators (KPI’s) – daily, weekly, monthly and annual.
• Participate in performance review of all MSC operators/technicians.
• Be part of approval process for all process changes that affect MSC process.
• Capture and document all process changes.
• Manage MSC inventories.
• Manage MSC quality including COA process, sample integrity, and all factors of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist in developing the QMS.
• Participate in developing the Preventative and Predictive Maintenance programs for the MSC process.
• Understand of the operations of centrifuges, dryers, pressure screens and mechanical separation with continuous flows
• Manage, communicate expectations, and goals to the lead MSC operators/operators
• Train employees on MSC operations
• Ensure sample results and COA’s are in spec
• Work closely with plant and maintenance manager
• Ensure toxin testing is being done as needed and results are acceptable
• Ensure Maximum yield and work with vendors for continuous improvement of yields and throughput.
• Develop and maintain all SOP’s applying to the MSC process
• Run statistical analysis to identify shortcomings of MSC process
• Assist in fermentation optimization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering preferred, Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in Chemical Engineering 
• Two years of experience in a QA Laboratory or two year’s experience in a manufacturing facility with continuous flow, ethanol or food manufacturing preferred
• Experience with implementing effective QA/QC programs.
• In-depth knowledge of fermentation and distillation as they relate to the ethanol production process.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and training MSC employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraisal performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have expertise and proficiency in office computer software, e.g. word processing, e-mail and spread sheets.
• Must have the ability to work efficiently with computerized laboratory equipment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• The employee must occasionally lift and/move up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near mechanical parts.
• The employee may be 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 may 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.

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.

Company Description

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients. This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels, renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels and high purity alcohols for use in cleaners and disinfectants. Green Plains is an innovative producer of Ultra-High Protein and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein. The Company also owns a 48.9% limited partner interest and a 2.0% general partner interest in Green Plains Partners LP.

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