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QA/QC Lab Technician - Ethanol Plant

Lakota, IA

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to ... Review reports, analyze data and make recommendations for adjusting process conditions to ensure ...

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to ... Establishes bench mark data for selected engineering design deliverables. * Performs design work on ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Ardmore, OK

$90K - $118K/yr

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to ... of Electrical data gathered during Preventive Maintenance Work orders, and consultations with ...

QA/QC Lab Technician - Ethanol Plant

Lakota, IA · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Description Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are ... Review reports, analyze data and make recommendations for adjusting process conditions to ensure ...

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to ... data gathered during Preventative Maintenance Work orders, and consultations with Design ...

Description Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are ... Establishes bench mark data for selected engineering design deliverables. * Performs design work on ...

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Do workers at Valero get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Does Valero pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
51% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Valero, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
74% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Valero?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
100% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Valero affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Valero?

Some people get paid time off from work.
46% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 71% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 19% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers at Valero worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Valero workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
72% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Valero workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Valero?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
36% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Valero managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
68% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Valero spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
20% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Valero?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
69% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is a Valero job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Valero good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
41% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Valero feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Valero get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
46% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Valero?

Some people feel stressed out here.
54% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Valero enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Valero recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Valero?

Most people got enough training when they started.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Valero?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 47% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Valero’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
79% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Valero is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular job types at Valero?

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    Manager Regional Optimization Planning

    Valero Energy

    San Antonio, TX • On-site

    Full-time

    Medical, Retirement

    Re-posted 21 days ago


    Valero rating

    6.2

    Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

    Based on 71 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    68th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


    Job description

    Description
    Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.
    As a Manager Regional Optimization Planning you will develop and implement feedstock supply strategies to maximize Valero profitability. This role utilizes a linear program (LP) model or other suitable economic analysis to assess selection of the most profitable feedstock. The Manager Regional Optimization Planning serves as a liaison to the refinery planning engineer located at each refinery to ensure inventory positions, future consumption rates, and refinery capacity assumptions are consistent with refinery operations expectations and capabilities. The role communicates feedstock requirements to the Crude and Feedstock Traders and provides alternative grade economics, and initiates approval for new crude grades.
    At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
    • Identify and execute strategy to supply feedstock which maximizes profitability for the Valero refining system.
    • Perform a daily review of refinery operations (unit rates, key process variables, lab data, and refinery yields).
    • Facilitate daily/weekly teleconferences to review operations, weekly economics, and feedstock positions with refinery planning team.
    • Run individual refinery LP models for evaluation of crude economics.
    • Develop and presents monthly feedstock strategy to upper management.
    • Maintain clear understanding of feedstock purchase requirements and communicates those requirements to Traders.

    This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
    Qualifications
    Minimum Requirements:
    • Bachelor's or higher level degree in Engineering required.
    • 10 years of experience in the Refining, Petrochemical, or related industry, required.
    • Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.

    Preferred Requirements:
    • Master's degree in Business Administration, preferred.
    • Linear Program (i.e. AspenTech PIMS/Spiral Suite) experience, preferred.

    Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
    • Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
    • 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
    • Company-sponsored Pension Plan
    • Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
    • Onsite Daycare Center
    • Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)
    • Onsite Pharmacy
    • State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
    • Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
    • Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails

    Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee's eligibility and work location.
    All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero's policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
    Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
    Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We're invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.
    Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
    Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero's market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
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