Description
Calculate, measure, load, mix, and process refined feedstocks with additives in fermentation or reaction vessels; monitor and control production parameters. Perform and document plant maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections.
- • Calculate, measure, load, and mix refined feedstocks for biofuels production.
- • Operate chemical processing equipment to produce biofuels.
- • Operate centrifuges and other separation equipment to recover biofuels and reusable fractions.
- • Operate and adjust valves, pumps, engines, and generators to control production.
- • Process feedstocks with additives in fermentation or reaction vessels.
- • Assess the quality of additives and intermediates for reprocessing.
- • Calibrate liquid flow devices and meters, including fuel, chemical, and water meters.
- • Collect samples and perform routine lab tests to verify biofuel quality.
- • Inspect plant and processing equipment; record and report damage or mechanical issues.
- • Measure and monitor incoming feedstocks.
- • Monitor and record process data.
- • Monitor and record flow meter performance.
- • Monitor batch, continuous-flow, or hybrid production processes.
- • Monitor stored products and by-products until reuse or transfer.
- • Preprocess feedstocks for physical, chemical, or biological fuel production steps.
- • Clean processing areas and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- • Coordinate raw feedstock sourcing or collection.
- • Perform routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and instruments.
- • Rebuild, repair, or replace processing equipment components.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
