Terminal Operator - Lead

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 17,000 people globally.

• Accountable for the safety, quality, and production of the team.
• Operates unloading, loading, and transfer equipment and the computer control system for the site.
• Conducts tests and makes decisions for the necessary adjustments to equipment in order to optimize site efficiency and to comply with all applicable Company standards and government regulations 
• Completes regular checks of staff and equipment throughout the shift to ensure that safety and standard operating procedures are followed and that Company standards are met 
• Reports all grain transfer equipment issues to Site Management Staff and/or maintenance.
• Accountable for ensuring that established environmental procedures are followed and recordkeeping requirements are met
• As directed by Site Management Staff, communicates the daily activities of shift staff and issues work assignments accordingly
• Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and reporting procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to.
• Ensures employees are provided required training for area and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work. Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and safe manner.
• Promptly reports unsafe working conditions to management and communicates potential hazards to affected employees.
• Promptly reports all incidents to management and conducts incident investigation as soon as practical; no later than 24 hours from time of incident

Additional Responsibilities

• Serves as the liaison between the Site Management Staff and operations staff
• Reports any equipment malfunction issues to maintenance and copies the site management staff.
• Assists Management Staff in the collection of shift productivity information.
• Follows established procedures and recordkeeping requirements
• Coordinates Elevator startups, shutdowns and product changeovers,
• Completes tasks as assigned by the Supervisor, Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendent.
• As directed by Site management staff, performs job-related training with shift staff to increase efficiency and safety, as well as coaches shift staff on the Company’s performance expectations.
• Accountable for setting and maintaining a positive leadership example for working safely.
• Conducts initial investigation reports for safety and environmental accidents and near misses.
• Accepts and performs other job duties as assigned.

Work Experience

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• With a technical degree or professional certification: 1 year of production/transfer experience in an industrial elevator setting or in a rail yard or;
• 2 years in a lead role in an industrial setting OR 1year processing experience in a River Elevator facility.

The following is the preferred qualification: 

• Experience in the grain industry preferred.

Working Conditions

• Continuous site operation with 12-hour rotational shifts 60 hours per week, as well as evening, weekend and holiday call-in requirements when needed. 
• Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to dust and odors associated with unloading grain; occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise.
• Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required.
• Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing in order to access and occasionally work in remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations.
• Call-ins or the extension of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, attend training or to respond to emergencies.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

The following are the basic qualifications:

• Knowledge of barge loading processes, rail unload procedures and machinery, basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of manufacturing regulatory and safety requirements (e.g., OSHA)
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights, 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 bending and lifting
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software (e.g., Excel and Word)
• General knowledge of Process Safety Managment

The following are the preferred qualifications:

• Safety minded, well organized, self-motivated and action oriented and able to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to grade grain.

Equipment Used

• River elevator machinery and operating equipment with buttons, dials, gauges and controls, including computers to manage the transfer process and data entry into Compu weigh system.
• Rail unloading equipment, including door guns, vibrators, and skid loader
• Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• Compu Weigh equipment

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