Shift 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 17,000 people globally.

This position coordinates receiving and shipping operations and directs inbound and outbound grain shipments at a high-capacity export grain and oilseed elevator. This includes rail unloading operations, vessel loading and in house grain and oilseed transfers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Along with the below listed responsibilities, the employee should conduct any other business related to the function as required by her or his supervisor.

• Oversees daily rail operations, including monitoring of rail numbers and switches, entering them into a computer, relaying binning information, collecting grain/oilseed samples, entering grain/oilseed grade details into the inventory system.
• Monitors ship loading activities, including blending grain/oilseeds and communicating with the stevedores who load/unload grain/oilseeds to ensure that instructions on load orders and practices set forth in the U.S. Grain Standards Act are followed.
• Performs inspections in the elevator, including 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.
• Issues required Company permits for required tasks; indoctrinate new laborers as needed.
• Conduct safety meetings and monitors elevator employees and outside contractors to ensure that all safety and Company policies are followed.
• 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, 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.
• Assist the management team in maintenance, logistics and overall operations as needed.

Equipment Used

• Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, scanner/copy machine, mobile phone, ship/rail scales, bulk material handling equipment

Working Conditions

• Portions of the day will be spent in a climate-controlled office environment.
• Portions 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. Requires rotating shifts (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.)

Employee Supervision

• Directly or indirectly supervises up to 17 employees, including scale/console operators, locomotive/ housekeeping employees, grain inspection personnel and occasionally mechanics and electricians.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Accountable for all actions in receiving/shipping grain through the facility during scheduled shift.
• Schedules production and communicates information for upcoming shift.
• Manages elevator grain quality and space.
• Coordinates rail requirements with the local railroad.

Safety, Health & Environmental Responsibilities

• 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 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 practicable; no later than 24 hours from time of incident.

EXPERIENCE

Basic qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in the grain industry with increasing responsibility in the areas of mechanical and electrical maintenance, grain handling, and supervision
• Two plus years of supervisory experience in operations
• Prior grain elevator management experience
• Experience with ILWU labor force.

Preferred qualifications:

• In lieu of degree, knowledge of OSHA and other safety practices (preferably that pertain to grain elevators)
• In lieu of degree, demonstrated ability to achieve operating efficiencies while maintaining strong labor relations
• In lieu of degree, understanding of general terms of collective bargaining agreement(s)
• Understanding of logistics (e.g., vessel and rail) and inventory management
• Knowledge of USDA/GIPSA Grain Standards Act for an export terminal
• Knowledge of grain commodities and grades

SKILLS

• Superior knowledge of OSHA, Food Safety, Grain Standards, and Environmental regulations
• Strong leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage change within the work force
• Demonstrated skills of team building and conflict resolution
• Effective communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills
• Broad knowledge of industrial machinery, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacement equipment
• Strong working knowledge of computer operations
• Thorough understanding of plant operations
• Understanding of electrical systems helpful
• 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.

EDUCATION

Basic qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s license

Preferred qualifications:

• College degree in a related discipline
• Some continuing education (e.g., industrial safety and environmental related subjects)

Additional Information for the job

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