Terminal Operator

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions 

• Unload grain and grain by-products from trucks. 

• Opening gates and doors on  trucks  

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and facility 

• Must be able to distinguish different products and report any abnormities to supervisor 

• Be able to work a combination of 8, 10, & 12 hour shifts consisting of days, nights & weekends. 

• Work is physically demanding, dirty and exposed to outside elements  

• Follow instructions of Superintendent, Assistant or Lead  

• Follow all LDC safety rules and procedures 

• Must have adequate knowledge of all SHE policies 

• Responsible for a clean work area, clean facility and general maintenance (housekeeping) 

• Must wear all required PPE for the jobs being performed 

• Assist in all areas of the facility as needed 

• Must be able to perform all barge/deck hand duties in a safe manner 

• Must have adequate knowledge with the Compuweigh scale system  

• Ability to grade grain accurately  

• Must be able to accurately probe loaded commodity trucks 

• Must be able to operate all control room functions – Navigate grain to the specified locations 

• Must be able to operate bin sweeps in all grain tanks 

• Must be able to operate the grain dryer efficiently and effectively to reach the targeted moisture 

  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. 

Qualifications

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• High School Diploma/GED 

Experience 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• At least one years’ experience working at a grain elevator  

• Experience grading grain 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands) 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• Ability to use PLC 

• Knowledgeable and experienced in the use of hand tools, power tools, chain falls, com-a-longs, grinders, drill presses, table saws, etc… 

• Must have ability to work from ladders and scaffolds at heights above 6’ 

• Be able to lift and carry a minimum of 75 lbs.  

• Must be able to work in dusty conditions 

• Must be able to work frequently in inclement weather  

• Must be aware and attentive to surroundings which may include automatic starting conveyors belts and other moving machinery   

• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, squat, and crawl occasionally and stand and walk frequently 

Additional Information

Working Conditions 

Requires frequent extensions of regular working hours, including nights and weekends 

Requires walking/working outdoors, alternating between climate controlled areas and areas with varying temperatures and in various weather and other atmospheric conditions such as dust and noise.   

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