Terminal Operator

Job Description

Port Allen, LA, United States of America

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.

This position requires an individual who can operate a Heyl Patterson barge unloading apparatus, dual lane Hopper barge uncovering / covering unit including barge winching systems safely and productively while directing operational responsibilities for the river side barge unloading crew. Additionally this individual will have sufficiently demonstrated the ability to operate all equipment and complete all responsibilities included in the Terminal Operator 2 and Terminal Operator 3 positions.

• Is an active participant of the facility SHE programs. Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to.
• Mastery of the safe operational capabilities of the Heyl Patterson barge Unloader and barge winching systems.
• Operator must have sufficient ability to operate the Unloader and winching systems safely and productively in all conditions including high / low river conditions, inclement weather and over a wide range of grains and grain by-products.
• Operator must understand the overall barge unloading process sufficiently to direct and manage the barge fleet movements, barge cover handling operations and tractor clean-up operations.
• Operator must possess the ability to recognize and identify the various grains and grain by-products and communicate that information to the control room operator before each barge unload operation begins.
• Operator must complete unload records for each barge accurately and completely for the HP operators position or cover station position.
• Operator must possess the ability to communicate directly with the control room operators to plan and execute barge-unloading operations.
• Operator must possess the ability to communicate directly with the fleet tug operator to safely and productively move barges from the fleet into the barge slip then take empty barges away from the barge slip back to the fleet.
• Operator must possess the ability to communicate the operational status of the Unloader and winching systems to maintenance personnel. Further, the operator must have sufficient knowledge of the Unloader and winching systems to recognize deficiencies in the operational status of the equipment and communicate those deficiencies to the maintenance group.
• Operator must operate the Unloader in a manner that is consistent with LDC environmental policies and take appropriate steps to ensure compliance with LDC environmental policies.
• Operator must fully recognize hazards associated with a barge unloading operation and take appropriate steps to ensure that all personnel working in the barge unloading operations adhere to safe operating rules and policies.
• Operator must have sufficient ability to operate the uncovering / covering unit safely and productively in all conditions including high / low river conditions and inclement weather.
• Operator must possess the ability to communicate directly with the fleet tug operator to position barges as they arrive in the slip and place the barge haul cables on the bow and stern kevel.
• Operator must possess the ability to recognize and identify the various grains and grain by-products and communicate that information to the control room operator when the covers are lifted on each barge. Additionally the operator must have the ability to recognize first look characteristics such as out of condition product, previously discharged product or mixed grain and communicate condition to the control room operator.
• Operator must take an active role in recognizing excessive emissions from the barge Unloader or ship loading spouts and notify the control room supervisors.

This document is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to modify responsibilities to respond to changing business demands.

• Operate the grain driers as necessary.
• Regular attendance at safety meetings and training sessions as directed by the General Superintendent and SHE manager.
• Know and understand duties and responsibilities in the event of an emergency evacuation or man overboard emergency.
• Must have the ability and must continually utilize good/clear/calm/concise communications.
• Be…