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Sugar Trader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California ... The Supervisor is also responsible for maintaining the technical expertise of the skilled trades ...

$81K - $151K/yr

In Europe, ASR Group ยฎ companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and ... The Supervisor is also responsible for maintaining the technical expertise of the skilled trades ...

AI Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

The CEO is a former sugar trader with 10 years of experience. The team isn't guessing at customer pain-they've lived it firsthand. * A rare AI opportunity in an underserved industry: Commodities is ...

AI Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

The CEO is a former sugar trader with 10 years of experience. The team isn't guessing at customer pain--they've lived it firsthand. * A rare AI opportunity in an underserved industry: Commodities is ...

Production General Labor

Nampa, ID ยท On-site

$21.63/hr

... trades, operations, maintenance, and leadership roles. No previous sugar industry experience is required. We provide training for motivated individuals who are dependable, safety-focused, and ready ...

Maintenance Facility

Villa Rica, GA ยท On-site

$23 - $30/hr

Sugar Foods manufactures and packages croutons, tortilla chips, crispy toppings, as well as cheese ... Trade school certification or technical training in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems

Diesel Mechanic

Bloomington, CA ยท On-site

$29 - $38/hr

Trade-school education or ASE certification is a plus About Sugar Creek Transportation Sugar Creek Transportation is based in Southern California and has served the transportation industry since 2014.

Diesel Mechanic

Bloomington, CA ยท On-site

$29 - $38/hr

Trade-school education or ASE certification is a plus About Sugar Creek Transportation Sugar Creek Transportation is based in Southern California and has served the transportation industry since 2014.

Diesel Mechanic

Bloomington, CA ยท On-site

$29 - $38/hr

Trade-school education or ASE certification is a plus About Sugar Creek Transportation Sugar Creek Transportation is based in Southern California and has served the transportation industry since 2014.

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How much do sugar trader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for sugar trader in the United States is $96,774.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sugar trader?

Sugar traders are professionals who buy and sell sugar as a commodity on domestic or international markets. They monitor market trends, negotiate contracts, and coordinate logistics to ensure the efficient movement of sugar from producers to buyers. Sugar traders often work for trading firms, food companies, or as independent brokers, and their work involves understanding supply and demand, pricing, and regulations that impact the global sugar market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sugar trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sugar Trader, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of commodity markets, and typically a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms, market analysis software, and global trade regulations is essential, along with relevant certifications like Series 3 for commodity trading. Excellent negotiation, communication, and risk management skills help you build relationships and make informed decisions in a volatile market. These competencies are crucial to maximizing profits, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance in the fast-paced world of sugar trading.

What are some common challenges faced by sugar traders in managing price volatility, and how can these be addressed?

Sugar traders frequently encounter significant price volatility due to factors such as weather conditions, geopolitical events, and shifting global supply and demand. Managing this volatility requires staying informed about market trends, building strong relationships with suppliers and buyers, and utilizing hedging strategies like futures contracts to mitigate risk. Successful sugar traders also work closely with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and may collaborate with analysts to forecast market movements, helping them make informed trading decisions.

What is the difference between Sugar Trader vs Commodity Broker?

AspectSugar TraderCommodity Broker
CredentialsOften requires finance, economics, or related degrees; licensing may be neededSimilar credentials; licensing or registration often required
Work EnvironmentTrade floors, offices, or trading desks focused on sugar marketsTrading floors, offices, or online platforms across various commodities
Industry UsageSpecialized in sugar markets within agricultural commoditiesHandles multiple commodities, including sugar, metals, energy, etc.

While both roles involve trading commodities, a Sugar Trader specializes specifically in sugar markets, focusing on sugar price movements and contracts. A Commodity Broker, on the other hand, deals with a broader range of commodities, including sugar, and acts as an intermediary between buyers and sellers across various markets.

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Infographic showing various Sugar Trader job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Maintenance Supervisor (Raw Sugar)

Crockett, CA โ€ข On-site

ASR Group
Food and Drink Manufacturingย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

$81K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths.ย  ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Raw Sugar Dock Manager, provides and directs overall supervision to the activities of the assigned craft personnel in the coordinating, planning, scheduling and performance of major repair work on the Raw Sugar Dock and will supervise the discharge of sugar from ships. The Supervisor is also responsible for maintaining the technical expertise of the skilled trades, monitoring their skill sets and development of training plans. Must know and apply correct management, maintenance and engineering principles to maintain the sustainability and reliability of the integrated systems of people, materials and equipment. The sustainability and reliability of all of the refinery machinery and systems assures that the refinery can meet business demands.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for the day to day supervision, motivation and training of the mechanical personnel within the area of assignment.ย 
  • Responsible for the productivity of personnel in regards to timeliness in diagnosing and completing necessary maintenance and repairs.ย 
  • Monitor effectiveness of the current preventive maintenance program to minimize plant breakdowns due to failure of systems and to update inspections and frequencies to best meet the goal of 100% reliability.ย 
  • Participate in the planning and scheduling of work to be done by either plant personnel or outside contractors and is responsible for the timely and efficient completion of the work.ย 
  • Maintain good labor relations, morale and discipline in shop and to initiate corrective actions when required.ย 
  • Support all other maintenance shops as required including successful completion of daily tasks as well as vacation relief of other maintenance foremen.ย 
  • Work with the storeroom personnel to ensure maintenance materials inventory is accurate and available.ย 
  • Ensure personnel follow all GMP and safety policies.ย 
  • Work with accountability group(s) to accomplish Key Results and 5S strategy.ย 

WORK EXPERIENCES

  • 5 years supervisory experience on a maintenance team in similar refinery or manufacturing operation required.
  • Mechanical knowledge is required with Electrical knowledge a plus.ย ย 
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and train employees in a team based environment.
  • Must be familiar with NDT methods and be able to interpret vibration and oil analysis reports.
  • Strong computer skills: Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook are required.
  • Scheduling, planning, or similar inventory and PM program is a plus but not required.
  • Some CMMS platform (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards or similar) is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to Lead, Supervise, and make decisions.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays, if appropriate.
  • Industrial food processing experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

  • Demonstrated experience and skills with plant maintenance, food safety and GMP, problem solving and continuous improvement techniques.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, and SAP

LOCATION OF ROLE

  • Crockett, CA

Pay Range

  • $81,500-$151,500
  • The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

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