Outside 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 18,000 people globally.

Louis Dreyfus Company is seeking an experienced Outside Superintendent to oversee daily outside operations at our Port Allen grain facility. This role is responsible for coordinating contract labor crews, supporting grain handling activities, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring effective communication between Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and the Control Room.

The Outside Superintendent plays a critical role in keeping operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule while leading teams and supporting continuous improvement across the facility.

• Schedule, direct, and oversee outside labor crews supporting facility operations.
• Coordinate staffing needs with labor contractors to ensure adequate labor coverage.
• Supervise activities related to rail unloading, barge unloading, vessel loading, and other outside operations.
• Work closely with Control Room Supervisors to coordinate daily operational priorities.

• Identify facility housekeeping priorities and assign labor resources accordingly.
• Coordinate bin cleaning activities and labor schedules.
• Support planning and execution of rail, barge, and truck receiving activities.
• Ensure outside operations are completed safely and efficiently.

• Partner with the Maintenance Superintendent to provide labor support for maintenance activities.
• Help prioritize and schedule maintenance windows to minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed safely and effectively.

• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Provide coaching and guidance on safe work practices.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Assist with safety training, permits, audits, and compliance activities.
• Partner with the SHE team to maintain a strong safety culture.

• Provide day-to-day leadership for barge unloading and vessel loading crews.
• Mentor and train employees and new supervisors.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across the operation.

• Serve as a key liaison between Operations, Maintenance, Safety, contractors, and the Control Room.
• Ensure clear communication and coordination across departments.
• Support operational planning and problem‑solving efforts.

Job Requirements (Identify minimum levels required.)

High school diploma or equivalent required.

2 or 4 year college degree preferred.

Valid TWIC card preferred.

Five years of experience in grain industry increasing responsibility in the areas of mechanical and electrical maintenance, grain handling, and supervision.

Prior supervisory experience.

Prior exposure to ILWU workforce preferred.

Two plus years in operations supervision.

Superior knowledge of OSHA, Food Safety, Grain Standards, and Environmental regulations.

Demonstrated ability to manage change within the work force.

Demonstrated skills of team building and conflict resolution.

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.

PC

PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)

Requires supervisor to be available 24 hours per day.

Exposed to variations in temperature and weather.

Requires climbing ladders and catwalks.

Requires occasional lifting of objects weighing at least 50 pounds.

Requires wearing safety equipment at times, including safety belts/harnesses and ear, eye, and respiration protection.

Supervises outside operations personnel, Laborers.

Assists in establishing and maintaining facility budget.

Sets labor requirements on daily basis.

Can shut down plant machinery, systems, and operation.

• 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).

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