Terminal Operator

Louis Dreyfus Company • Portage, IN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe unloading of trucks and rail cars, ensuring the product is sent to appropriate storage. Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Its activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, leveraging a global reach and extensive asset network to serve customers and consumers around the world. The company is structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, active in over 100 countries and employing approximately 18,000 people globally.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Basic knowledge about barges grain elevator operations, including rail, barge, and truck activities
• Good balance and agility
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of grain elevator experience working on barges or in a barge related industry

Responsibilities

• Unload grain and grain by-products from trucks
• Complete a pre and post track check to determine the accuracy of loads and empties on the train list
• Be attentive and alert to safely operate door guns and car vibrators and open and close rail hopper doors and hatches as required while working at heights and in close proximity to moving rail cars and barges
• Clean barge covers and walkways after loading using leaf blowers, brooms, shovels and/or water
• Recognize and identify the various grains and grain by-products
• Communicate immediately to the Pit Lead, Barge Loader operator, Supervisor, and Superintendent if out of condition grain, wet floors, mixed grain or any other condition not consistent with normal grain conditions is encountered
• Perform all barge/deck hand duties in a safe manner and productively in all conditions including high / low river conditions and inclement weather including ice
• Assist with any maintenance activities on the river water or in the plant
• Perform rolling stock inspections on the locomotive and skid steer, and be able to operate the skid steer
• Wear all required PPE for any and all jobs being performed
• Recognize hazards associated with rail and truck operations and take appropriate steps to ensure they and all personnel working in the rail and truck dump adhere to safe operating rules and policies
• Assist in all areas of the plant as needed
• Know and understand duties and responsibilities in the event of an emergency evacuation or man overboard emergency
• Attend regular safety meetings and training sessions as directed by Shift Leader, Supervisor, SHE Manager or Superintendent

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)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees