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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.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

The Utilities Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating plant boilers including all auxiliary equipment, responding to equipment issues or alarms, works in a safe and clean manner ensuring work area is kept clean and free from all safety hazards, and reports to the Utilities Supervisor. Excellent written, documentation and verbal communication skills, as well as a willingness to work a rotating shift schedule is required.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Monitor and operate plant boilers including all ancillary equipment in the facility, such as Water Treatment Systems, Air Compressors, Wastewater Treatment Systems, and Refrigeration Systems
• Respond to equipment issues or alarms; investigates and initiates resolution
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities 
• Additional responsibilities include monitoring and adjustment of the water treatment plant, and cooling tower water quality and the operation of the Deodorizer vacuum system refrigeration system.
• Work in an organized, safe, and clean manner, ensuring work area is kept clean and free from all safety hazards

Additional Responsibilities/Functions

• Ensures work area is kept free from safety hazards which require regular bending and occasional lifting.  Fully responsible for housekeeping as directed by management
• Completes tasks assigned by the Utilities Supervisor
• Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures, development and maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Actively participates in job-related training as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications: 

• High School Diploma/GED
• State of Ohio High Pressure Boiler License

Preferred qualifications:

• Waste Water Experience

Experience

Basic qualifications:

• 2-5 years of operating High Pressure Boilers

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Broad knowledge of steam processes, procedures, and equipment
• Broad knowledge of water testing methods
• Broad knowledge of plant production processes, procedures, and equipment
• Strong mathematical skills and the ability to use statistical software.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent attention to detail     
• General industrial maintenance knowledge
• Knowledge of wastewater management

Equipment Used

• Standard water testing equipment
• Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, printer/scanner, fax machine.
• Heavy machinery including bobcats, payloaders, forklifts etc
• Personal protective equipment as required.

Working Conditions

      ·     Work is performed in a boiler house or mechanical plant environment

• Climate controlled control room and laboratory
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Work from heights
• Climbing ladders and Stairs

      ·     Regular exposure to high heat, noise, steam, and mechanical equipment

      ·     Possible work in confined or enclosed spaces

      ·     Exposure to hot surfaces, pressurized systems, and water treatment chemicals

      ·     Requires standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting materials

      ·     Involves operation of valves, controls, and monitoring equipment

      ·     Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required

      ·     Strict adherence to safety policies and procedures is mandatory

Quality & Product Safety Responsibilities

• Maintains good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to
• Ensures employees are provided required training for area assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work
• Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and product safe manner
• Ensure unsafe product working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable

Employee Supervision

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Follows established Operating procedures to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the steam plant to meet facility needs and production goals
• Works independently on routine duties but consults with supervisor on any problems or unusual results
• Consult with management about optimization and improvements on overall operations
• Provide timely feedback to the shift leader regarding plant-wide mechanical breakdowns and repair needs before initiating maintenance support
• Communicate testing results to necessary parties to ensure quality and meet production standards
• Comply with governmental and company policies, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance           

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other protected status.

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