Refined Glycerin Sr. Operator

Company Description

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.

Job Description

1. Operate glycerin refinery plant operation through a Distributed Control System (DCS) to maintain production targets and efficiency. Monitor process parameters, alarms, and equipment status, adjusting operations as needed to ensure optimal performance.

2. Identify deviations from normal operating conditions and take corrective actions.

3. Record process data and maintain logs of equipment performance, production rates, and product quality.

4. Prepare daily production reports to supervisor.

5. Guide and support field operators, providing on-the-job training and sharing best practices.

6. Lead over-shift meetings to ensure smooth handover of operations between shifts. Communicate key process updates, ongoing tasks, and any critical issues to the incoming shift team.

7. Determine and adjust chemical dosing and utility usage according to production requirements. Communicate with the utility department regarding utility needs such as steam, water, and power to meet production demands.

8. Coordinate with the quality department to ensure that product quality specifications are met, addressing any quality-related issues promptly.

9. Work closely with the maintenance team during plant shut-downs and turn-arounds for major maintenance activities. Ensure that maintenance tasks are coordinated effectively to minimize downtime and ensure safe and efficient plant operations.

10. Ensure adherence to safety standards, including proper handling of hazardous chemicals and adherence to plant safety protocols. Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Qualifications

1. Min D3 in the fields of Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering.
2. Minimum 3 years of working experience as senior operator or 5 years working experience as field operator directly handling the glycerin refinery plant.
3. Strong experience in process automation systems, preferably DCS, SCADA, or PLCs.
4. Basic skill in Microsoft Office.
5. Knowledge of glycerin refinery process, maintenance, and safety regulations.
6. Demonstrate experience in troubleshooting and possess knowledge concerning various types of pumps and essential equipment within the Refining Glycerin Plant.
7. Understand the operation of Chiller, Cooling Tower systems, blow molding and packaging machine.

Additional Information

Additional Information for the job

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.

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

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.

We offer

• Competitive salary and benefits​​​​​​
• Social and health insurance
• Access to Training and Development