Process Operator

The Co-op Ethanol Complex (CEC) is hiring a Process Operator on a full-time permanent basis to join our team at our Ethanol Complex near Belle Plaine, SK.

Are you a highly motivated 2nd Class Power Engineer, or a 3rd class actively working towards their 2nd class? We offer steam time, overtime at double-time, and a rural commuting allowance for those who will be traveling 20+ km to our plant.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure the safe and efficient operations of plant equipment and systems to ensure product is meeting established standards.
• Perform quality assurance tests on the product using testing instruments and making necessary corrective adjustments based on results.
• Perform equipment checks and minor maintenance as required. If an issue is identified, you will make the necessary machinery and equipment adjustments and implement the proper response.
• You will ensure all water testing equipment is properly calibrated and maintained.
• Have relevant industrial experience.
• Have a 3rd or 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate.
• Have reliable transportation to drive to our plant near Belle Plaine for scheduled shifts.
• Are willing to comply with a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Who you’ll work with:

The Team: You will work closely with other Process Operators and will report to the Production Manager on a team that strives for a culture of collaboration, trust, and safe and reliable operations.

Why it matters:

We help grow Western Canadian communities through our commitment to purchase local grain and starch inputs to produce ethanol and dried distillers grain (DDG). We use the ethanol to support a lower carbon economy in Western Canada.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Process Engineering and:

What we offer:

• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

This is a unionized role that resides with UNIFOR Canada Local 594 offering $41.61 - $60.72 per hour. As a union member, you would be subject to pay union dues as part of the collective agreement.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via [email protected]. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by October 22, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and a criminal record check in accordance with CEC policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.