Bulk Loading Supervisor

ASR Group; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ASR Group is seeking a Bulk Loading Supervisor in Chalmette, LA to oversee rail car loading/unloading, inventory control, and customer relations. You will supervise union staff, ensure GMP compliance, and maintain required certifications while coordinating with finishing operations.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in bulk loading with supervisory experience and a strong mechanical aptitude. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and a hands-on leadership approach within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of bulk loading experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Supervisory experience or equivalent military management.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate loading and unloading of rail cars efficiently.
• Oversee finishing department operations and inventory.
• Interface with customers to solve issues and answer questions.
• Maintain documentation and certifications; ensure audit readiness.
• Supervise union employees and enforce labor contract.
• Review reports and identify training needs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bulk loading

Mechanical aptitude

GMP knowledge

Safety awareness

Union environment experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Industrial equipment knowledge

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®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Bulk Loading Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the oversight of all Bulk activities including, loading and shipping of product by rail car, customer relations and directing employees.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assuring the proper loading and unloading of rail cars in an efficient manner, as well as effective operations of the Finishing department. Tracking product inventory to ensure appropriate availability and make sure items are delivered to or from as expected. Interface with the customer in a professional manner to solve problems and answer questions. Maintain and coordinate documentation and certifications. Overseeing personnel in a unionized environment. Ensures area is audit ready at all times.

• The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience working in a bulk loading department in a manufacturing setting with supervisory experience or equivalent military experience.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent from an accredited technical school, college, or university is preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Directly supervise and coordinate the day to day duties for union employees.
• Ensure Labor Contract is followed by all employees, and reports any potential violation.
• Initiate disciplinary measures according to the Labor Contract.
• Review hourly employees’ performance and identify training needs
• Review daily reports with staff
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Experience supervising union personnel
• Must have the ability to recognize different grades of sugar
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, and climb as needed
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of conveyor, elevator, vibrating screen, weight scale, etc. equipment.

LOCATION OF ROLE

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.