Implements the quality assurance (QA/QC) program for the ethanol plant to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of Valero.
Requirements
- Experience with implementing effective QA/QC programs preferred.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting automated laboratory equipment (such as HPLC or GC) preferred.
- Experience with software programs such as Office, LIMS, Pi or SAP preferred.
- Experience with Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) preferred.
- Minimum one year of experience in a laboratory setting or an Associate’s degree (or higher) in a related scientific or technical field required.
- Bachelor’s (or higher level) degree in a related scientific or technical field preferred.
- Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.
Responsibilities
- Assists in implementing plant QA/QC program.
- Implements plant QA/QC program based on best practice in the ethanol industry by sampling various points in the process and conducting QA/QC tests.
- Ensures accuracy of analysis of samples and provides results in a timely manner.
- Monitors use and inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies.
- Operates, maintains, and calibrates laboratory equipment.
- Reviews reports, analyzes data and makes recommendations for adjusting process conditions to ensure that QA/QC standards are met.
- Implements programs and procedures required to ensure laboratory and plant cleanliness.
Other
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum one year of experience in a laboratory setting or an Associate’s degree (or higher) in a related scientific or technical field required.
- Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.
- Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
- Demonstrates teamwork and takes initiative in daily work.
