Terminal Operator- Shiploader

Company Description

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. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Job Description

Vessel Loading Operations

Operate ship loading systems, including spouts, conveyors, trippers, and dust control equipment.

Execute vessel loading plans according to stowage requirements, tonnage targets, and trimming needs.

Monitor grain flow rates and adjust equipment to maintain optimal loading efficiency.

Communicate with vessel crew, inspectors, and terminal personnel during loading operations.

Ensure accurate distribution of grain within vessel holds to meet stability and draft requirements.

Quality & Compliance

Verify correct product grade and prevent cross-contamination between commodities.

Follow all FGIS, USDA, and customer-specific loading requirements.

Assist with sample collection and inspections during loading.

Monitor for foreign material, moisture issues, or quality deviations during operations.

Ship Loader works closely with operations, elevator personnel, maintenance, and marine crews to execute loading plans while minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability.

Additional Responsibilities

Position may require cross training as cover handlers to meet possible operational demands.

Regular attendance at safety meetings and training sessions as directed by the Outside Superintendent.

Know and understand duties and responsibilities in the event of an emergency evacuation or man overboard emergency.

Additional Information

Additional Information for the job

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- 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)

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us