Liquid Handler

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.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Loads and unloads trucks and railcars with products, using computerized control stations, meters and scales. Ensures the timely receipt and delivery of all handled products.
• Loads and unloads flammable liquids
• Loads and unloads Hazardous materials ie; Acids, Bases and corrosives.

• Inspects material handling equipment and performs routine adjustments and maintenance as required. 
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. 
• Responds to equipment issues or alarms; investigates and initiates resolutions.
• Log in and startup of the GMS compuweigh system

• Operates BDTF, BDTF Chem, and EHTF using HMI computerized controls
• Identify product flow from storage tanks to truck and to rail
• Change filter socks in BDTF Loadout Filter Pods
• Fill out daily truck/rail log sheet
• Complete daily shipments tab on the inventory spreadsheet
• Complete daily inspection of locomotive/or/shuttle wagon and fill out the log sheet

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensures work area is kept clean and free from safety hazards.
• Completes tasks as assigned by plant superintendents and Shift Leaders.   
• Participates and completes all required training, including Safety and Food Safety
• Complete Rail Engine Operator certification for level 1 Rail Op

Working Conditions

• Continuous 24/7 plant operation. Regular exposure to (a) a variety of temperatures, (b) prevailing weather conditions, (c) gases, vapors, dust, odors and flammable liquids, (d) areas with wet floors and high volume of noise.  Lifting of materials and products may be required. Position requires regular stair and ladder use. Extended work weeks may be required twice a year during maintenance shutdowns.

• 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, cover other shifts, to respond to emergencies or perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
• For All:  Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies. 

• For all Plant Positions:  Periodic visits to industrial operations areas are necessary with exposure to variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions.

Basic qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills
• Ability to perform all duties of position while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety
• requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM, EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and BQ-9000). 
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires regular bending and lifting
• Must be well organized, self-motivated, action oriented and able to work effectively in a team environment
• Effective communication skills
• Fundamental PC skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic math skills.
• Will need to complete the DOT/Hazmat training and pass associated testing before handling or working with any hazardous materials

Preferred qualifications:

• General knowledge of oilseed processing operations is preferred.  
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures

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