Biodiesel Operator

Job Description A top oil refinery in El Segundo is seeking a Biodiesel Operator to join their team. This individual will be primarily offloading railcars and loading trucks / tanks. They will be monitoring process variables, troubleshooting, and performing interventions to maintain operating performance. Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To: u2003u2022 Support our tenets of operation policy to eliminate any recordable incidents or injuries. u2003u2022 Utilizing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to accomplish the job tasks. u2003u2022 Being aware and making management aware of potentially hazardous conditions and managing hazardous waste. u2003u2022 Locating and correcting noticeable odors, leaks, or visible emissions. u2003u2022 Prepare equipment for mechanical repairs, clear, lockout/tagout, and assist with repairs as needed. u2003u2022 Learn and assist with general facility maintenance and housekeeping, including equipment inspection and monitoring throughout the facility. u2003u2022 Maintain a clean work environment in all areas of the process. u2003u2022 Follow standard safety, operational, and quality procedures. u2003u2022 Assist in load-out and receiving functions, which include preparing trucks and rail cars for shipment and loading products (oils and fats, process ingredients, and process chemicals). u2003u2022 Learn to manufacture and load specialty oil products and properly document work completed. u2003u2022 Monitor operating equipment (pumps, valves, pressure/temperature readings, fans, and chemical treatment systems) designed to control the variables of the process. u2003u2022 Assist with weekly and monthly inspections of the rotating equipment and safety equipment such as fire monitors, fire extinguishers, and hoses. u2003u2022 Operate forklift, pallet jack, skid loader, and telehandler. u2003u2022 Learn chemical and biodiesel processing as well as BQ-9000 quality requirements u2003u2022 Learn how to read drawings and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). u2003u2022 Learn to operate the biodiesel master control system. This includes operations of the main master control, process production system, and recording data with PI entries in a timely manner. u2003u2022 Perform minor mechanical repairs. u2003u2022 Learn to perform various quality control functions for oil, biodiesel, glycerin, recovered fatty acid, and water. u2003u2022 Perform visual inspection of all types of inventory and measure physical inventory periodically, which may involve working at heights. u2003u2022 Operation of lab equipment to ensure sample quality. Physical Considerations: u2003u2022 Standing Continuous (67% to 100%) u2003u2022 Sitting Occasional (1% to 33%) u2003u2022 Walking Continuous (67% to 100%) u2003u2022 Bending/Stooping Occasional (1% to 33%) u2003u2022 Reaching above the shoulders, Frequent (34% to 66%) u2003u2022 Kneeling Occasional (1% to 33%) u2003u2022 Pushing/Pulling Frequent (34% to 66%) u2003u2022 Climbing Occasional (1% to 33%) u2003u2022 Weight carried, lifted, or moved u2013 1-100 lbs. unassisted (frequent) u2013 100-250 lbs. assisted. Maneuver of up to 600 lbs. with a handcart. This job also requires working at heights, being around moving machinery and vehicles, driving automotive equipment, wearing personal protective equipment -PPE- (respiratory protective equipment, mask, face shield, hard hat, gloves, flame-resistant clothing, goggles, safety glasses, earplugs, etc.), and the ability to tolerate an extended period of physical effort. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements HS Diploma Previous chemical processing or related experience General knowledge of computers and good communication skills Knowledge of arithmetic and its application Ability to operate forklift, boom lift, pallet jack, and rail switches Working knowledge of soy, cottonseed, rapeseed oil and biodiesel processing as well as BQ-9000 requirements Tank gauging/Inventory reconciliation Tank sampling Truck and Rail loading/offloading Over the water vessel transfers operations

Created: 2026-03-07