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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.\nBENEFITS & PERKS\nEligible Team Members may receive\n$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)\n\nPaid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!\n\nComprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution\n\nCompetitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions\n\n401K with company match\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\nTuition reimbursement\n\nAttractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations\n\nSafety and cold weather gear reimbursements\n\nDiscounted home and auto insurance\n\nAll POET Team Members enjoy\nA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person - mentally, physically, and spiritually\n\n'Family-first' culture\n\nOnsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements\n\nJOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES\nThe Materials Manager is responsible for supervising daily operations of the commodity area, including ethanol, corn oil, wet cake and dried distillers grains (DDGS) storage, loading, inventory control measures and safety compliance and sanitation. Team members in this position manage commodity operations and may provide direct supervision to the Material Handlers in their daily operations. The Materials Manager ensures POET meets and maintains all requirements of the USDA, OSHA and plant policies and procedures pertaining to the commodities department to include HAZMAT loading and proper preparation of HAZMAT paperwork.\nThis is an on-site role located inCloverdale, IN. Responsibilities include:\nSupervise and assist with daily loading and unloading of grain and ethanol co-products.\n\nSupervise and assist with ethanol transfers to storage tanks, trucks and rail cars meeting FRA standards.\n\nEstablish and maintain inventory tracking systems that are acceptable to management and any regulatory agencies.\n\nCommunicate commodity operations status to the Commodity Manager on a daily basis.\n\nAttend all weekly/monthly meetings and complete required reports in a timely manner.\n\nEnsure work areas are clean and organized per USDA and OSHA requirements.\n\nIdentify and assist with maintenance of equipment.\n\nEnsure all plant policies pertaining to the commodities department are met.\n\nOperate a front-end loader or tele-handler to assist in DDG or wet cake loading.\n\nEffectively manages team by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegation, coaching and performance management and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.\n\nManage the condition of equipment in the grains department and coordinate with other departments to ensure it is operational and safe to use.\n\nManage the sanitation and cleanliness of the grains building, areas around the grains building, the railroad tracks and tank farm.\n\nDelegate responsibility and expect accountability among team members by fostering a spirit of teamwork.\n\nEngage department team members by providing recognition.\n\nMonitor the process of DDGS storage, ethanol storage, loading and logistics.\n\nMaintain records and submit all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.\n\nWork in an honest and ethical manner; maintain confidentiality on all business related matters.\n\nMaintain a high level of customer service and friendly atmosphere.\n\nFoster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.\n\nEffectively lead the team by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegating, coaching, managing performance and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.\n\nFoster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.\n\nMaintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.\n\nSince we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!\n\nQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\n\n1-3 years supervisory experience in grain handling operations or related field preferred.\n\nKnowledge of rail car loading, truck loading/unloading, grading grain to USDA specifications, weighing, inventory management and safe grain handling experience preferred.\n\nExperience and knowledge in the operation of heavy machinery, skid loaders or other associated heavy loading or material-moving equipment preferred.\n\nDOT certification preferred.\n\nKnowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.\n\nA SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE\nHigh level of personal integrity\n\nInterpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization\n\nDemonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills\n\nExcellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.\n\nYou communicate effectively in writing and in person.\n\nYou have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facility.\n\nAbility to embrace and promote change\n\nInnovative mindset\n\nAbility to think objectively\n\nSelf-awareness in the face of uncertainty\n\nAbility to work in a team environment\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT\nThis role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:\nFrequently:\nClimb a step ladder and/or stairs\n\nWalk indoors and outdoors, sometimes over rough, uneven, or wet/slick surfaces\n\nReach forward, backward, and overhead to fill railcars\n\nReach at arm’s length to gather samples\n\nBe in awkward back, shoulder, wrists, and hand positions\n\nUse coordination and grip, with a force of up to 50lbs\n\nBend while standing\n\nClimb in & out of Powered Industrial Vehicles\n\nOccasionally:\nGrip with a force of 40lbs to prep rail cars\n\nKneel and crouch and pull tools with a force of up to 95lbs\n\nCarry up 40lbs, sometimes up stairs, with or without assistance\n\nPull with a force of up to 120lbs, with or without assistance\n\nBend forward to fill railcars\n\nWearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, self-contained breathing system, hazardous material suit, hearing protection, and harness.\n\nWorking at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.\n\nBe able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all encompassing): various hand tools, skid loader, scoop shovels, pipe wrenches, impact wrench, air hose, and shuttle wagon. Must also be able to operate machinery such as a payloader and Trackmobile for long periods of time\n\nDue to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.\n\nCULTURE IS KING AT POET\nWe’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!\nGROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES\nAt POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.\nPOET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. 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