Company DescriptionLouis 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 DescriptionThe Louis Dreyfus Company are currently recruiting for the full-time position of Assistant Ginner, based in Dalby. In this role you will be part of a small team and be involved in all aspects of cotton ginning operations including but not limited to:
- supervising a seasonal team of workers during day or night shift
- monitoring production, conducting preventative maintenance and resolving breakdowns promptly
- ensuring safe systems of work and sufficient information, instruction, training and supervision is provided for health and safety
**Desired skills**
- ginning experience preferred
- mechanically minded or experience in a production/manufacturing environment
- safety-aware and have fitness to handle long shifts during the season
- eager to learn and able to think on your feet and troubleshoot
- self-starter with the ability to work independently takes initiative
- good work ethic and team player
- ability and willingness to interact effectively with all levels of employees and with people from diverse backgrounds
To be successful in this role you will also be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug screen.
**NOTE: Applicants must have UNLIMITTED WORKING RIGHTS to be considered for this role**
**Benefits of working at LDC**:
- Work for a global, leading commodities company
- Discounted health insurance options available
- Access to Employee Assistance Programs
- Additional InformationAdditional 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
**Job Reference** JR0077752
**Professional Areas** Industry
**Function** Operations, Engineering and Maintenance
**Contract Type** Permanent
**Years of Work Experience** 3 - 5
**Start date** 2024-07-01