Materials Manager
ABOUT POETAt POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. 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.BENEFITS & PERKS Eligible Team Members may receive$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program! Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contributionCompetitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions401K with company matchPaid Parental LeaveTuition reimbursementAttractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locationsSafety and cold weather gear reimbursementsDiscounted home and auto insuranceAll POET Team Members enjoyA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually'Family-first' cultureOnsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursementsJOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIESThe 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.This is an on-site role located in Obion, TN. Responsibilities include:Supervise and assist with daily loading and unloading of grain and ethanol co-products. Supervise and assist with ethanol transfers to storage tanks, trucks and rail cars meeting FRA standards.Establish and maintain inventory tracking systems that are acceptable to management and any regulatory agencies.Communicate commodity operations status to the Commodity Manager on a daily basis.Attend all weekly/monthly meetings and complete required reports in a timely manner.Ensure work areas are clean and organized per USDA and OSHA requirements. Identify and assist with maintenance of equipment.Ensure all plant policies pertaining to the commodities department are met. Operate a front-end loader or tele-handler to assist in DDG or wet cake loading.Effectively manages team by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegation, coaching and performance man...