Plant Superintendent

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 15,000 people globally.

This position manages the day to day operations of a grain barge loading terminal. The Superintendent will work closely with the commercial manager in overall management of the facility. Cross-function interaction and team work is key for a successful operation.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Responsible person for meeting the organization Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) goals and following those procedures at this location.
• This position will coordinate plant logistics to include: truck and barge loading.
• Performs daily/weekly/monthly inspections in the terminal including: legs, conveyors, mechanical equipment and general sanitary conditions. Ensures that all safety equipment is in good working order; works with maintenance personnel to schedule work to be performed.
• Ensures employees are provided the required training and indoctrination for the area, jobs/ tasks prior to assigning work. Follows up with the operations staff to insure they are following proper procedures and wearing the appropriate PPE.
• Performs daily operations including: writing up barge numbers that are in the slip and entering them into a computer, collecting grain samples, entering truck and barge grain/oilseed grade and weight details into the inventory system and billing out loaded barges.
• Responsible for preparing and monitoring the facility budget and monthly profit/loss review.
• Supports and administers approved Company policies, clearly communicates new policies and objectives to all employees.
• Oversees safety, costs and timelines associated with capital expenditure projects. Also implements process improvements.  
• Works with internal support functions i.e., HR, Accounting, Execution, Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) to meet organizational goals and objectives.
• Responsible for accurate weights, grades and the condition of stored grain/oilseeds.
• Responsible for the Operations budget and monthly review of the financial results. Approves all invoices for payment in the operations area.
• Coordination between the operations and commercial group at the location is key for a successful and profitable facility. The management team as a whole will need excellent communication and transparency to all issues to build and maintain teamwork.

Additional Responsibilities

• Reviews all incident reports and is involved with the corrective action plans.
• Provides periodic and regular feedback on performance to employees and ensures individuals are appropriately rewarded for performance.
• Ensures compliance with all Company, Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and requirements, including but not limited to permit requirements.
• Evaluates and recommends appropriate staffing levels and workloads to ensure efficient and timely completion of required duties.  Delegates both routine and non-routine tasks and decisions to individuals and teams as appropriate.
• Completes various other duties and projects as assigned.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience or substantial on the job experience
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred qualifications:

• First Aid and CPR/AED certified

• Understanding of the USDA Grading standards. Licensed to sample, weigh and grade grain

Experience

Basic qualifications:

• Eight years plus of experience in grain/oilseed handling operations
• Five years plus of prior supervisory experience in manufacturing/production/receiving operations, including responsibility for meeting production and safety standards

Preferred qualifications:

• Eight years plus of experience working at a river or terminal grain/oilseed elevator
• Logistics experience working with railroads and barge lines

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Strong leadership skills
• Demonstrates above average communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve operating efficiencies while maintaining strong labor relations
• Proficient with spreadsheets, word-processing software and web based applications (e.g. MS Office,  Outlook, SharePoint)
• Understanding of logistics (e.g., barge, rail and truck) and inventory management strongly preferred
• Knowledge of applicable governmental regulations (OSHA, EPA, SARA, FDA, USDA), personnel policies, etc.
• Basic understanding of operational equipment and maintenance procedures/programs
• Ability to effectively lead terminal personnel by exhibiting high ethical standards, engendering trust and empowering subordinates.
• Understands the basics of grain grading and grain storage principles.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at extended heights of 175 feet, manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing, and move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more, which requires regular bending and lifting. 

Working Conditions

• Portions of the day will be spent in a climate-controlled office environment. The majority of the work day will be spent outside with routine visits to operational areas resulting in exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions.  This may also result in exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, wet or slick surfaces and loud noises.  Where appropriate, wears personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.  The extension of regular working hours is occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, attend training or respond to emergencies.  Additionally, work may be required on weekends and holidays as dictated by business demands.  Occasional travel is required

Employee Supervision

• This position will directly supervise Company Operations Supervisors and hourly terminal employees on site.
• Has the authority to recommend hiring, firing, & discipline of employees as well as supervise, manage, & direct work.

Decision Making/Accountability

• This position will be responsible for decisions affecting day to day operations of the site to ensure efficient, safe and timely completion of objectives in accordance with Company goals and objectives.

Safety, Health & Environmental Responsibilities

• Is an active member of the facility SHE Program.  Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to.  Ensures employees are provided required training for area assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work.  Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and safe manner.  Ensures unsafe working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable.  

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
- Hybrid 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