Bulk Sugar Operator

Florida Crystals / ASR Group•Arabi, LA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bulk Sugar Operator is responsible for the loading and shipping of product by rail car. The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

Requirements

2 years of experience working in a bulk loading department in a manufacturing setting.
Must have the ability to recognize different grades of sugar
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, and climb as needed
Must have mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of conveyor, elevator, vibrating screen, weight scale, etc. equipment.

Responsibilities

Observes condition of sugar to ensure quality guidelines are followed
Prepares cars for loading and shipment
Operates and cleans bulk loading equipment
Ensures movement of correct grade sugar to proper locations
Operates bulk loading scale, feeder screws, screw conveyors, elevators, etc., using electric control board and/or push buttons.
Retrieves and labels periodic samples for lab analysis
Inspects empty hopper cars, magnets, screens, scales, conveyors, elevators, etc. for cleanliness, damage, etc., and to ensure proper operating function.
Checks weight scale balance according to manufacturer’s specifications; adjusts scales, screens, etc. when necessary for proper operation.
Cleans work area, hopper care, and equipment such as conveyors, panel boards, scales, screens, magnets, etc, using solutions, equipment, hand tools, etc.
Operates lift truck to transport waste materials as required.
Operates Track mobile within refinery premises to switch rail cars as directed.
May assist in spotting, switching, coupling, and uncoupling railroad cars using necessary tools.
May perform similar additional duties as prescribed by foreman.
Performs all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards.