Operations Supervisor Industry

Function Operations, Engineering and Maintenance

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 assists with all aspects of rail receiving, truck receiving and/or barge loading operations at a high‑capacity grain elevator. Daily involvement with Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) policies/procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, logistics, staff and crew.

Coordinates and supervises rail, truck unloading operations, barge loading operations and personnel to optimize production and maximize profits:

• Monitors new railcar arrivals and uses Compu Weigh system for tracking cars.
• Collaborates with the elevator superintendent and other supervisors to prioritize binning assignments, taking into account upcoming barge arrivals, logistical considerations and grain quality issues.
• Monitors truck unloading to keep the line moving. Communicates any issues to the Superintendent and makes the necessary changes to maintain production.
• Programs and monitors automated bulk handling equipment to direct the grain stream from the unloading pits to the destination point. Monitors for grain spills and leaks.
• Coordinates railcar movement in and out of the rail yard with railroad personnel.
• Continually researches and refines unloading operations to ensure the best possible use of assets and personnel; maintains a good line of communication with elevator Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent and the Commercial staff.

• Constantly monitors all rail and truck unloading and barge loading operations to ensure safety and efficiency of operations.
• Periodically inspects the elevator equipment, railroad tracks and general sanitary conditions of areas associated with railcar and truck unloading and barge loading; assigns personnel to perform sanitary functions as needed.
• Originates necessary work orders for equipment maintenance personnel.
• Works to ensure Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) procedures are in compliance with company policy.

Basic qualifications:

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

Preferred qualification:

• College degree in a related discipline

Basic qualifications:

• With degree in a related discipline, 1 year experience necessary.
• In lieu of degree, one year of experience in grain handling operations (preferably in a supervisory role) or two years of prior supervisory experience in manufacturing/production/receiving operations, including responsibility for meeting production and safety standards.

Preferred qualifications:

• 2-5 years of experience in grain handling operations.
• 1-3 years’ barge loading experience.

Basic qualifications:

• Basic understanding of rail, truck and barge logistical systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of the shipping and/or bulk handling industry.
• Knowledge of grain quality controls and standards preferred.
• 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…