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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
Louis Dreyfus Company is seeking an experienced Outside Superintendent to oversee daily outside operations at our Port Allen grain facility. This role is responsible for coordinating contract labor crews, supporting grain handling activities, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring effective communication between Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and the Control Room.
The Outside Superintendent plays a critical role in keeping operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule while leading teams and supporting continuous improvement across the facility.
What You'll Do
Lead Outside Operations

• Schedule, direct, and oversee outside labor crews supporting facility operations.
• Coordinate staffing needs with labor contractors to ensure adequate labor coverage.
• Supervise activities related to rail unloading, barge unloading, vessel loading, and other outside operations.
• Work closely with Control Room Supervisors to coordinate daily operational priorities.

Coordinate Daily Work Activities

• Identify facility housekeeping priorities and assign labor resources accordingly.
• Coordinate bin cleaning activities and labor schedules.
• Support planning and execution of rail, barge, and truck receiving activities.
• Ensure outside operations are completed safely and efficiently.

Support Maintenance Execution

• Partner with the Maintenance Superintendent to provide labor support for maintenance activities.
• Help prioritize and schedule maintenance windows to minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed safely and effectively.

Champion Safety

• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Provide coaching and guidance on safe work practices.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Assist with safety training, permits, audits, and compliance activities.
• Partner with the SHE team to maintain a strong safety culture.

Develop and Support Teams

• Provide day-to-day leadership for barge unloading and vessel loading crews.
• Mentor and train employees and new supervisors.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across the operation.

Facilitate Communication

• Serve as a key liaison between Operations, Maintenance, Safety, contractors, and the Control Room.
• Ensure clear communication and coordination across departments.
• Support operational planning and problem-solving efforts.

Qualifications
Job Requirements (Identify minimum levels required.)
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 or 4 year college degree preferred
Valid TWIC card preferred.
Experience
Five years of experience in grain industry increasing responsibility in the areas of mechanical and electrical maintenance, grain handling, and supervision
Prior supervisory experience
Prior grain elevator management experience
Prior exposure to ILWU work force preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Licenses
Two plus years in operations supervision
Superior knowledge of OSHA, Food Safety, Grain Standards, and Environmental regulations
Demonstrated ability to manage change within the work force
Demonstrated skills of team building and conflict resolution
Effective communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills
Broad knowledge of industrial machinery, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacement equipment
Strong working knowledge of computer operations
Thorough understanding of plant operations
Understanding of electrical systems helpful
Additional Information
Equipment Used
PC
Diagnostic equipment
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
Working Conditions
Requires supervisor to be available 24 hours per day
Exposed to variations in temperature and weather
Requires climbing ladders and catwalks
Requires occasional lifting of objects weighing at least 50 pounds
Requires wearing safety equipment at times, including safety belts/harnesses and ear, eye, and respiration protection.
Employee Supervision
Supervises outside operations personnel, Laborers
Decision Making
Assists in establishing and maintaining facility budget
Sets labor requirements on daily basis
Can shut down plant machinery, systems, and operation
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