Laborer Jobs

LOCATION: Destrehan Grain

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must develop a knowledge of the product you are dealing with and its hazardous properties.
• Understand how to safely shutdown and isolate equipment for maintenance using Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Learn the gauging and reporting of product levels in grain storage, barge, trucks and railcars if applicable.
• Removes choke-ups, cleans spills and follows proper safety policies while doing such.
• Assist in all other grain handling functions including but not limited to grain receiving and shipping via truck, barge and rail if applicable
• Become knowledgeable of grain storage locations and the capacity of each.
• Perform all duties in a safe and environmentally compliant manner Monitors grain handling equipment conditions on a routine frequency (daily equipment checks).
• Understand and learn all aspects of grain and grain products shipping and receiving.
• Collect proper grain and grain product samples for testing when needed.
• Operation of the shuttlewagon, skid loader, front end loader, yard tractor, lawnmower, and other location specific equipment etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist in performing maintenance work as required.
• Responsible for properly and accurately recording all applicable documentation for this role.
• This position is expected to assist all areas of the unloading, loading and transferring of grain and grain products which may include but not be limited to barge, truck and rail operations.
• Proper operation of the hydraulic truck dumpers if applicable.
• Follow established policies and procedures, along with proper communication, when operating grain handling equipment.
• Must be aware of and follow all applicable safety and environmental regulations with respect to the product you are handling.
• Understand the proper operation of conveyance equipment that is utilized in the shipping, receiving and transferring of grain and grain products and the associated safety systems of that equipment. Immediately notifies supervisor of any irregularities.
• Keep current and maintain all training requirements for the position Immediately reporting of any accidents and/or injuries.
• Cleans and prepares storage facilities including but not limited to grain bins, flat storage and ground pods.
• Visually monitors grain and grain products for irregularities and takes proper action when discovered.
• Housekeeping as related, but not limited to, the cleanliness and orderliness of the grain handling area (tunnels, head house, concrete grounds, grass areas, etc), as well as any areas within the plant as delegated by position supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION:

• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other facility Personnel.
• Must be willing to obtain a TWIC card as a condition of employment.
• Ability to work in a highly quality controlled environment.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, preferred.
• Some mechanical background including the ability to recognize signs of operation failure.
• Basic written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Walking on catwalks at a variety of heights
• Climbing stairs and ladders
• Lifting up to 75 lbs
• Entering and working in confined spaces
• Bending Stooping Shoveling product

Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge’s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled