Operator - Day & Night Shifts Available
- LocationDes Moines, IA, US
- Work typeNot stated
- Salary21 USD an hour
- Posted5 November 2026
- SourceFeed Energy's careers page (Paylocity)
Live checkFirst seen yesterday; still listed on Feed Energy's careers page 8 h ago.
At a glance
- EducationHigh school diploma
- VisaNo sponsorship
- Skills and toolsExcel
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Check my fitAbout the role
Openings are available on both Days (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Nights (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) . Both on a 2-2-3 schedule. Please indicate your preferred shift when applying.
Operators start at $21.00 per hour. Operators are eligible for quarterly bonuses, as well!
Night Shift employees receive an additional $1.60/hour shift differential .
This position must pass a background check and drug screen.
Who we are and what we value:
Feed Energy works at the intersection of feed, fuel, and agriculture, building a nearly four-decade legacy of stewardship in various industries. We support how America nourishes its people and powers its economy. Our team is made up of growth-minded individuals, who are dedicated to transforming global practices in feeding and fueling, driving innovation across the industries we serve. We create circular economies, developing sustainable, low-carbon products and processes. Join us if you're looking for a dynamic environment to contribute to shaping a sustainable future for feeding and fueling the world.
We help feed the world by providing safe, energy-based nutrition solutions.
Creativity - Stewardship - Impact - Integrity - Healthy Relationships
What you will do
- Follows all standard operating procedures during daily operations
- Follows safety rules by inspecting safety equipment and maintaining safety standards
- Prepares machinery for operation
- Keeps records and logs associated with operations of the plant
- Operates all valves and pumps associated with plant production systems to move products between tanks
- Monitors temperatures and pH of products, and processing and transfer times of products
- Monitors product for quality assurance, takes and maintains product samples as required under procedures
- Unloads and loads trailers and rail cars
- Operates shag tractor to spot trailers
- Responsible for housekeeping duties as assigned by Shift Lead, Operations Supervisor and Plant Management
- Ability to demonstrate our company values in everyday work interactions
- All other duties as assigned.
What we provide, because we care!
- Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
- Generous 401k match (up to 6%)
- Profit-sharing for all employees
- Continuing education
- Quarterly bonuses based on performance
- Wellness reimbursement up to $300 a year
- 40 Hours of PTO that start accruing immediately and increases to 120 Hours at 2 years and 160 Hours at 5 years!
- 8 Paid Holidays
Requirements
What You Will Need
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to operate computer systems including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, PIMS, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to read and write English and perform basic mathematical calculations
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support. The company will not sponsor employment visas at this time.
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