Shift Leader

Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector is seeking a Shift Leader to direct process operations in the crush and refinery departments. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment. A high school diploma and relevant experience are required, with preferred qualifications in technical fields and supervisory roles.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial facility required.
• Supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Experience with grain products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct process operators and ensure production of quality products.
• Coordinate plant operations including startup and shutdowns.
• Provide training and enforce safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication

Basic math skills

Computer skills (MS Office)

Organized

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or vocational training

Job description

Function Operations, Engineering and Maintenance

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 worldwide. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company operates in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Job Description

The Shift Leader is responsible for directing process operators during their assigned shift within the crush and refinery departments. The role requires participation in a rotational shift schedule, including day and night shifts as scheduled.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with other Shift Leaders, facility management, and onsite colleagues to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure production of quality products safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Coordinate plant startup, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Respond to equipment issues and process alarms, investigate and resolve problems, conduct process walkthroughs, and train operators.
• Provide clear updates regarding plant operations, including stoppages and equipment malfunctions.
• Conduct quality control tests, data entry, and operate the HMI to support operators.
• Analyze process data to optimize efficiency and product quality.
• Lead emergency response efforts and contact authorities as necessary.
• Coordinate with supervisors, maintenance, and contractors to support plant operations.
• Assist in planning daily activities, assign work, and serve as a liaison between management and staff.
• Manage staff schedules and ensure proper coverage.
• Perform regular checks to ensure SOPs and quality standards are met, report deviations.
• Provide training, enforce policies, and administer disciplinary actions if needed.
• Follow environmental procedures and maintain records.
• Assist with routine maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure safety and food safety compliance, wear PPE, and enforce safety policies.
• Maintain organized, clean, and hazard-free work areas.
• Lead sanitation and shutdown activities as needed.
• Oversee unloading/loading of raw materials and products.
• Operate Powered Mobile Equipment including skid steers and front-end loaders.
• Perform other operational, procurement, quality, safety, and maintenance duties as assigned.

  Experience & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience in an industrial facility required.
  • Supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
  • Technical degree or vocational training preferred.
  • Experience with grain products preferred.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to climb stairs/ladders, work at heights, manage confined spaces, and lift 50+ pounds.
  • Mechanical aptitude, good communication, basic math, and computer skills (MS Office).
  • Organized, self-motivated, team-oriented.
  • Ability to operate machinery and control systems, and adhere to safety and food safety regulations.
  • Passion for agriculture and teamwork in a global company environment.

  What We Offer

  We provide a dynamic international environment with career development opportunities, including comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

  Diversity & Inclusion

  We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

  Sustainability

  Creating sustainable value is central to our purpose, benefiting our stakeholders, communities, and the environment.