Operations Supervisor- Ship Desk

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.

Requires rotating shifts (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.)

Ship Loading Operations:                                                                                           

• Monitor ship loading activities
• Meet the load order requirements
• Adjust stocks in the inventory program daily
• 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.
• Work to ensure proper execution of plan for loading ships and barges
• Maintain ship log and ensure all documentation is properly filled out
• Calculate and documents Hourly Loading rates
• Ensure that mate’s receipt is properly filled out and signed
• Communicate with Ship’ agents, fumigators, surveyors, and all other officials involved, including USDA when ship is expected to finish/ ready to set pilots/ draft surveys/ check for spills
• Confirm All Ship Holds are closed immediately after fumigating and before departure
• Push Tugs/pilots/fumigators back with any delays
• Calculate Shift Loading figures for DPR
• Document and communicate all downtime-on-Downtime log and verbally with Shift Superintendent

Elevating Operations 

• Blend Grain to meet grade
• Keep track of all in-house transfers
• Distinguish, track, and document usage of problem bins: ie. Odor, Damage, Hi FM, or oldest grain
• Calculate and track of bins on mix
• Communicate with Lab tech. to ensure Quality Assurance on mixes
• Calculate and document hourly elevation rates
• Match and confirm figures with FGIS by having them verify their weight to LDC’s weights
• Calculate Shift elevation figures for Daily Production Report
• Ensure all aspects of the Federal Grain Standards Act are adhered to while housekeeping is being done
• Document and communicate all downtime-on-downtime log and verbally with the Shift Superintendent
• Complete Circle Sheet including Charge off Soundings after every Lot on every ship is elevated and graded turn in completed sheet to Ast. Superintendent of Logistics
• Keep track of all ship tapes and lab cuts for each SubLot and store them in provided ship folder

Safety and Administrative Operations:                                                                                                  

• Perform inspections in the elevator including: safety, housekeeping and mechanical equipment.
• Inspect 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                                                                        
• 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
• Valid 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:

• 2 + years of operational experience in an industrial production environment with exposure to bulk shipping, maintenance, inventory and safety functions.
• At least 1 year experience in grain handling operations
• At least 1 year experience in a control room environment

Preferred qualification:

• At least 1 year experience leading or supervising teams

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Understanding of logistics (e.g., vessel, rail or truck) and inventory management
• 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.

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of USDA/GIPSA Grain Standards Act for an export terminal
• Knowledge of grain commodities and grades
• 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

Equipment Used

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

Working Conditions

Portions of the day will be spent in a climate-controlled office environment. The majority 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. May require climbing fixed ladders or stairs, boarding cargo ships, walking on loading docks which may be wet.   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/ switching, barge and truck unloading and 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 and barge requirements with the local railroad and barge line.

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. 

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