• Specialty Process Supervisor

    ASR Group/Domino Sugar (Arabi, LA)


    ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

    OVERVIEW

    The Specialty Process Supervisor is responsible for assuring the efficient and economical refining of raw sugar and the production of various specialty and liquid products according to established standards. In this role, the candidate will supervise a work force of 20-25 employees in a unionized environment.

    DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Directs all activities of the refining process of cane sugar and the receipt of liquid materials

    • Achieves standard production rates while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulatory guidelines

    • Must ensure quality standards are met while also maintaining efficient use of energy, water, air, and electric power

    • Promotes the safe operation of all processing equipment and actively participates in the facility safety program

    • Leads assigned teams in the continuous improvement process

    WORK EXPERIENCES

    • A minimum of 5 years of experience working in a chemical processing, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing plant in process/production operations, supervision, or equivalent military experience

    • Demonstrated success in leading operational excellence and continuous improvement efforts

    • Experience in a unionized setting is preferred

    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

    • High school diploma or equivalent required

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

    • Will supervise a work force of 20-25 union hourly employees

    ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

    • Ability to train others

    • Must possess quantifiable leadership skills

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    • Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts if needed

    • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

    • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

    • Knowledge of SAP

    LOCATION OF ROLE

    • Chalmette, Louisiana

     

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