Operations Supervisor - Louis Dreyfus Company

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.

This position coordinates shipping and receiving operations and directs inbound and outbound grain shipments at a high-capacity export grain elevator for a global merchandiser and processor of agricultural goods.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Rail Unload Operations

• Performs daily rail unloading operations
• Processes car lists and grade information on incoming trains from the web and Kansas City office
• Write up track list of inbound railcars and enter them into a computer
• Collect grain samples as needed
• Enter grain grade details into the inventory system
• Release empty railcars from the railroad website and elevator computer system.

Ship Loading Operations

• Monitor ship loading activities
• Meet the load order requirements · Adjust stocks in the inventory program daily
• Blend grain and communicate with the stevedores who load grain to ensure that instructions on load orders and practices set forth in the U.S. Grain Standards Act are followed.

Safety and Administrative Operations

• Perform inspections in the elevator including: safety, housekeeping and mechanical equipment.
• Inspect rail yards and grounds around the facility
• Ensure that all safety equipment is in good working order
• Work with maintenance personnel to schedule work to be performed.
• Issue 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
• Data entry of Longshore payroll to the PMA on a weekly basis.
• Assist the management team in maintenance, logistics and overall operations as needed.

Company Conformance Statements

• In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s license
• Ability to obtain TWIC Card

Preferred qualifications:

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

Experience

Basic qualifications:

• With degree in a related discipline, no experience necessary
• Two (2) plus years of prior supervisory experience in manufacturing/production/receiving operations, including responsibility for meeting production and safety standards

Preferred qualifications:

• One (1) plus year of experience in grain handling operations (preferably in a supervisory role)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Strong time management skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Basic understanding of operational equipment
• Good communications skills
• Ability to withstand long periods of walking or standing
• 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.
• Requires climbing fixed ladders or stairs, boarding cargo ships, walking on loading docks which may be wet

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, rail or truck) and inventory management
• Knowledge of USDA/GIPSA Grain Standards Act for an export terminal
• Knowledge of grain commodities and grades

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