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Biofuels Processing Technicians

Also called: Biofuels Processing Technician, Ethanol Operator, Process Operator, Production Operator

What they do:

Calculate, measure, load, mix, and process refined feedstock with additives in fermentation or reaction process vessels and monitor production process. Perform, and keep records of, plant maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections.

On the job, you would:
  • Monitor batch, continuous flow, or hybrid biofuels production processes.
  • Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust biofuels production.
  • Monitor and record biofuels processing data.
On the job, you'll need:

Manufactured or Agricultural Goods

  • manufacture and distribution of products

Engineering and Technology

  • mechanical
  • computers and electronics

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Safety and Government

  • public safety and security

Basic Skills

  • reading work related information
  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements

Social

  • changing what is done based on other people's actions
  • understanding people's reactions

Verbal

  • communicate by speaking
  • listen and understand what people say

Hand and Finger Use

  • hold or move items with your hands
  • keep your arm or hand steady

Attention

  • pay attention to something without being distracted
  • do two or more things at the same time

Controlled Movement

  • quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Integrity
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Concern for Others

Object or component oriented development software

  • Python
  • R

Analytical or scientific software

  • Data visualization software
  • SAS

Industrial control software

  • Digital control systems DCS
  • Human machine interface HMI software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Below Average.

New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $57,470

Education

High school diploma/GED or certificate after high school is usually needed.