Operations Supervisor - Barge

Louis Dreyfus Company • Port Allen, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At LDC, our Operations Supervisors are at the center of our export operations—ensuring the safe, efficient, and accurate movement of grain through our facilities. This role is based in Port Allen, LA , supporting a high-capacity export elevator and working a 12-hour rotating day/night shift to support a 24/7 operation. We’re looking for a hands-on, team-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance people leadership, systems management, and operational execution. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, discipline around documentation, and the ability to work closely across teams to keep operations running smoothly.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s license
• Valid TWIC Card
• 2+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or bulk logistics operations
• Understanding of logistics (e.g., vessel, rail or truck) and inventory management
• Demonstrated people leadership experience in a team-based environment
• Strong proficiency working in systems and managing operational data
• Proven ability to maintain accurate documentation and operational records
• Strong communication and coordination skills across teams
• High attention to detail and strong time management

Nice To Haves

• College degree in a related discipline (industrial/maritime/agriculture curriculum)
• Some continuing education (e.g., industrial safety and environmental related subjects)
• Experience in grain handling, agriculture, or bulk commodities
• Exposure to control room or logistics coordination environments
• Knowledge of grain grading, USDA standards, or similar
• Safety training or familiarity with OSHA standards

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound and outbound grain movement across barge and truck operations
• Coordinate daily logistics including unloading, loading, and product flow
• Ensure correct routing of commodities to bins and inventory systems
• Act as the central communication point between operators, drivers, and fleet teams
• Accurately input and manage operational data in systems such as GMS, TowWorks, and DPR
• Maintain real-time visibility of inventory, barge status, and product grades
• Ensure all tickets, grading information, and shipment documentation are complete and accurate
• Identify and resolve discrepancies quickly to prevent operational delays
• Lead, coach, and support hourly employees and contractors in daily operations
• Foster a collaborative, team-first environment across shifts and functions
• Reinforce accountability, safety standards, and operational expectations
• Partner closely with maintenance, logistics, and leadership teams
• Champion a strong safety culture through inspections, audits, and daily oversight
• Ensure compliance with all company, environmental, and safety standards
• Coordinate maintenance activities and issue permits as needed
• Lead safety meetings and ensure adherence to all procedures
• Accountable for all actions in unloading barges and unloading and loading trucks within the facility during scheduled shift.
• Schedules production and communicates information for upcoming shift (proper relief).
• Manages elevator grain quality and space.
• Coordinates truck and barge requirements with the local farmers and barge line.
• 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED