Plant Operators / Loaders

Biodiesel Plant Operators / Loaders

Sirius Staffing seeking Biodiesel Plant Operators / Loaders to support night-shift operations at a manufacturing facility in Danville, IL Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:00 PM–1:00 AM Assignment: 18-month contract with potential for extension or permanent employment based on business needs and performance. This is a hands-on role responsible for loading and unloading liquid products and raw materials, operating pumps and valves, monitoring plant processes, completing shipping and receiving documentation, and coordinating with truck drivers.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload finished products and raw materials between tankers and storage tanks.
• Connect and disconnect trucks to pumps, hoses, valves, tanks, and related transfer equipment.
• Operate and monitor pumps, valves, hoses, tanks, and other plant equipment.
• Monitor process variables and automated systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot basic operational or equipment issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Check truck drivers and shipments in and out of the facility.
• Process paperwork and documentation for each incoming and outgoing load.
• Use computerized systems to track pump connections, loads, inventory, and shipment activity.
• Review daily schedules and coordinate loading and unloading activities.
• Send emails and communicate shipment or operational information as needed.
• Maintain accurate records related to inventory, billing, loads, and shipments.
• Work directly with truck drivers while maintaining professional and courteous communication.
• Follow all plant safety procedures and requirements when handling products and equipment.
• Perform routine housekeeping and prepare the work area for the following shift.
• Perform routine duties independently while receiving supervision for non-routine activities.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, plant, industrial, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Hands-on familiarity with equipment such as pumps, hoses, valves, tanks, or similar industrial equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate small utility vehicles as required.
• Good computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, email, and basic computer systems.
• Comfortable learning and navigating automated plant or inventory systems.
• Ability to accurately complete paperwork and electronic documentation throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling inventory, billing, loads, and shipment documentation.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work professionally with truck drivers, coworkers, and other facility personnel.
• Willingness to perform housekeeping and general plant-support duties.
• Ability to work the required Monday–Friday, 5:00 PM–1:00 AM night shift.
• Ability to temporarily work day shift during initial onsite safety orientation and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience; onsite certification will be provided.
• Previous experience as a plant, manufacturing, production, or process operator.
• Shipping and receiving experience.
• Experience loading or unloading liquid products from tankers, railcars, or similar equipment.
• Experience working with truck scales.
• Experience handling hazardous materials.
• Previous experience working with pumps, hoses, valves, tanks, or liquid-transfer systems.
• Experience maintaining shipping, receiving, inventory, or load documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Sirius Staffing is a national staffing and recruiting firm specializing in connecting qualified professionals with opportunities across a variety of industries. Sirius Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.