Harvest Worker (Seasonal)

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position 

This position is responsible for unloading grain and grain by-products in addition to performing regular cleaning tasks required to maintain a grain elevator facility. 

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Unload grain and grain by-products from trucks 

• Opening gates and doors on grain trucks via large hand tools 

• Must be able to operate brooms, shovels, hammers, sledge hammers, lift and carry heavy buckets 

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and facility which includes a lot sweeping and blowing down with compressed air 

• Must be able to distinguish the different grain types and report any abnormalities to supervision 

• Be able to work a combination of 8, 10, & 12 hour shifts consisting of days, nights & weekends as needed 

• Work is physically demanding, dirty and exposed to outside elements, must be capable of climbing and working from ladders and scaffolding 

• Follow instructions of Superintendent, Lead, and/or Commercial Manager  

• Follow all LDC safety rules and procedures 

• Responsible for a clean work area, clean facility and general maintenance  

• Must wear all required PPE for the jobs being performed consisting of at least, hard hat, safety glasses, hi visibility clothing, safety boots at a minimum and at times gloves, hearing protection and dust masks. 

• Assist in all areas of the facility as needed 

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• High School Diploma/GED 

Experience 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• No experience needed. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands) 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• Knowledgeable and experienced in the use of hand tools, power tools, chain falls, cable pullers (come-alongs), grinders, drill presses, etc… 

• Must be able to work over water on grain barges in wet conditions, handling lines and opening/closing barge lids 

• Must have ability to work from ladders and scaffolds at heights at times with personal fall protection 

• Be able to lift and carry a minimum of 75 lbs.  

• Must be able to work in dusty conditions 

• Must be able to work frequently in inclement weather including rain, ice, wind and the heat 

• Must be aware and attentive to surroundings which may include automatic starting conveyors belts, bucket elevators, drag chain and other moving machinery   

• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, squat, and crawl occasionally and stand and walk for extended periods of time 

Equipment Used 

Use of proper personal protective equipment 

Shovels of different types 

Basic hand tools and power tools 

Large industrial equipment 

Working Conditions 

Requires frequent extensions of regular working hours, including nights and weekends with variable lighting conditions 

Requires walking/working outdoors, alternating between climate controlled areas and areas with varying temperatures and in various weather and other atmospheric conditions such as dust and noise, dust masks and hearing protection will be available

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us