Louis Dreyfus Company · 1 day ago
Operator
Grand Junction, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLouis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, and they are seeking an Operator for their dry mill ethanol plant. The role involves operating machinery, optimizing plant efficiencies, conducting quality control tests, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
AgricultureConsumer GoodsFarmingFood ProcessingMeat and PoultrySupply Chain ManagementSustainability
Responsibilities
Operates process equipment including testing and adjust the equipment in order to optimize plant efficiencies, handles bulk chemicals and assists team members on the plant site
Performs Cleaning in Place (CIP) routines on all required process equipment in the distillation/de-watering areas
Conducts quality control tests on product streams; samples and tests products and enters data into the electronic data system
Follows procedures for plant start-up, shut down, cleaning and batching
Complies with Company safety rules and wears proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities
Maintains good working knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) policies, rules, and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to
Maintains accurate and timely production data logs, reviews logbooks, inventory sheets, and process computer prior to relieving the previous shift operator
Performs required inspection rounds; records all visual damage and mechanical problems that occur while on shift
Reviews collected data and make adjustments to optimize plant production
Ensures orderly shift change by communicating issues and/or ongoing tasks with incoming operators
Notifies Team Leader of any production or safety problems
Assists team members on plant site as directed by the Team Leader and Production Manager
Ensures work area is kept clean and free from safety hazards
Attends toolbox maintenance, toolbox safety, benefits and other meetings as required
Accepts/carries out/completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
1 year of experience in an industrial processing facility or in a machine shop
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
Knowledge of manufacturing regulatory and safety requirements (e.g., OSHA)
Knowledge of and ability to operate computer control systems
Effective communication skills
Ability to give direction as needed with respect to machine operation
Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights of up to 125 feet; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires regular bending and lifting
Good interpersonal skills
Preferred
Technical degree or professional certification
Valid forklift certification
Experience in the ethanol industry
Benefits
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)
Company
Louis Dreyfus Company
Louis Dreyfus Company is a merchandiser of commodities and a major asset owner and processor of agricultural goods.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100MKey Investors
ADQEBRD (Türkiye)
2020-11-11Private Equity
2020-01-22Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Max Clegg
Head, LDC Innovations (CVC)
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