Commodity Handler - Nights

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines. We leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Active in over 100 countries and employing approximately 18,000 people globally.

About the role

This position loads and unloads products at a soybean crushing plant following a continuous operation with a 12-hour shift schedule. Primary functions are to load trucks and railcars with product or unload beans in receiving as assigned. Responsible for complying with all applicable Company grade incoming grain standards and rejecting loads not meeting those standards, as well as adhering to all applicable Company and government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Uphold all LDC policies and standards, abide by all work rules, and complete/maintain all required training.
• Load final product onto trucks and railcars to ensure timely delivery.
• Unload grain trucks and railcars to meet daily production schedules.
• Inspect material handling equipment and perform routine adjustments and minor maintenance.
• Oversee and operate the meal loading and receiving area by HMI, making field changes as required.
• Report equipment issues to Shift Leaders promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Company safety rules and wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a safe work area, performing regular housekeeping tasks (e.g., control room trash, snow removal).
• Perform small maintenance tasks (e.g., patching holes, changing shear pins, clearing plugged equipment).
• Complete tasks assigned by Superintendents and Shift Supervisors.
• Actively participate in shift/team activities, including best practices, standard operating procedures, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Attain Level 1 Rail training to assist in basic railyard functions.
• Maintain good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety policies, ensuring adherence to all applicable requirements.
• Ensure employees are trained for assigned tasks and maintain a product-safe work environment.
• Follow established procedures to ensure safe and efficient operations, consulting supervisors on problems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred).
• 4 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience operating skid loaders, front-end loaders, and/or forklifts.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while complying with regulatory safety requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, USDA, ISO 9000, B-Q-9000).
• Ability to work at heights, manage confined space entry, and withstand extended periods of walking and standing.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, requiring bending and lifting.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math, and fundamental PC skills.
• 6 months of experience in truck and railcar loading/unloading (preferred).

Skills

• Operation of production machinery with dials, gauges, and controls.
• Use of heavy equipment (bobcats, payloaders, forklifts).
• Computer data entry and equipment control via electronic systems.
• Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors).
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions

• Safety-sensitive position with continuous 24/7 plant operation.
• Regular exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, gases, vapors, dust (including soybean dust), odors, and flammable liquids.
• Occasional exposure to wet floors and high noise levels.
• Heavy lifting, regular stair climbing, and extended walking/standing required.
• Work in remote plant areas, heights, and confined spaces.
• Occasional extensions of regular working hours for time-sensitive projects or emergencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision care coverage.
• Flexible spending account plans and employee assistance program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with Company Match.
• Family-friendly benefits: childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family-building support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Flexible work options (role-dependent).