Louis Dreyfus Company · 1 day ago
Operations Supervisor
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLouis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. The Operations Supervisor coordinates shipping and receiving operations and directs inbound and outbound grain shipments at a high-capacity export grain elevator.
AgricultureConsumer GoodsFarmingFood ProcessingMeat and PoultrySupply Chain ManagementSustainability
Responsibilities
Perform daily rail unloading operations
Process car lists and grade information on incoming trains from web and Kansas City office
Write up numbers of railcars that are in the yard and entering them into a computer
Relay binning information to the longshoremen
Collect grain samples
Enter grain grade details into the inventory system and
Release empty railcars from the railroad website and elevator computer system
Monitor ship loading activities
Adjust stocks in the inventory program daily
Blend grain and 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
Perform inspections in the elevator, including mechanical equipment, rail tracks and general sanitary conditions
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
Data entry of Longshore payroll to the PMA on a weekly basis
Assist the management team in maintenance, logistics and overall operations as needed
Qualification
Required
With degree in a related discipline, no experience necessary
Two (2) plus years of prior supervisory experience in manufacturing/production/receiving operations, including responsibility for meeting production and safety standards
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
One (1) plus year of experience in grain handling operations (preferably in a supervisory role)
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
In lieu of degree, understanding of general terms of collective bargaining agreement(s)
Understanding of logistics (e.g., vessel, rail or truck) and inventory management
Knowledge of USDA/GIPSA Grain Standards Act for an export terminal
Knowledge of grain commodities and grades
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
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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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