Commodity Handler

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position loads and unloads products at a soybean crushing plant following a continuous operation with a 12 hour shift schedule.  Primary functions are to load trucks and railcars with product or unload beans in receiving whichever is assigned.  Responsible for complying with all applicable Company grade incoming grain; determine whether grain is of acceptable quality and rejects those loads not meeting Company standards.  Also responsible for complying with all applicable Company and government regulations.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Upholds all LDC Policy and standards. Abides by all Work rules. Complete and maintain all training associated with the position, and all new criteria that becomes available in the future required by LDC
• Loads final product on to trucks and railcars to ensure timely delivery of all handled products.
• Unloads grain trucks and railcars as needed to meet the plant’s daily production schedules.
• Inspects material handling equipment and performs routine adjustments and minor maintenance as needed.
• Oversee and operate the meal loading and receiving area by HMI as well as make any changes required in the field.
• Reports any equipment issues to Shift Leaders in a timely fashion.
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. 
• Continuous progression is expected of all employees, until maximum progression is achieved in each role
• Able to work at heights

Additional Responsibilities Functions

• Ensures work area is kept free from safety hazards which require regular bending and occasional lifting.  Fully responsible for housekeeping as directed by management of the Prep/Ext building and grounds of the entire facility (including but not limited to control room trash, snow removal, etc.)
• Performs small maintenance related task such as patching holes, changing shear pins, and clearing out plugged equipment)
• Completes tasks assigned by the Superintendents and Shift Supervisors
• Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures, development and maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Actively participates in job-related training as required.
• Attains Level 1 Rail training to assist in basic railyard functions as directed by level progressions
• Other duties as assigned

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

Required qualification: High school diploma/GED.

Preferred qualification: Technical degree

Experience

Basic qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in an industrial environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Experience in the operation of skid loaders, front-end loaders and/or forklift.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and B-Q-9000.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires bending and lifting. 
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• (Preferred) 6 months experience truck and railcar loading and unloading, rail tank and car loading.

Equipment Used

• Production machinery and operating equipment with dials, gauges and controls.
• Use of heavy equipment including bobcats, payloaders, forklifts
• Use of computer for entering data into electronic data system and control operating equipment.
• Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors) in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Working Conditions

Safety Sensitive position with Continuous 24/7 plant operation.  Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapors, dust (including soybean dust), odors and flammable liquids; occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise.  Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required. Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing in order to access and occasionally work in remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations.  Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies. 

Quality & Product Safety Responsibilities

• Maintains good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety 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 assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work
• Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and product safe manner
• Ensure unsafe product working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable

Employee Supervision

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Follows established laboratory procedures to ensure the safe and efficient operation to meet facility needs and production goals
• Works independently on routine duties but consults with supervisor on any problems
• Comply with governmental and company policies, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance           

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other protected status.

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