Production Management Associate

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.

***While this position will start at our Upper Sandusky, OH location, willingness to relocate after the first year is a critical requirement of this position and program.***

The program provides recent graduates with a well-rounded view of our dynamic business. Over the course of the two-year program, associates will:

• Gain first-hand experience in every operational position within an industrial facility.
• Work alongside engineering experts.
• Learn foundations of CapEx project planning and implementation.
• Enhance leadership skills by interacting with a diverse team of employees.
• Use state-of-the-art equipment/technology to contribute to projects within the areas of Maintenance, Processing, Safety/Health/Environment, Quality, Operations, and Commercial.

At LDC, we nurture and invest in ambitious and proactive associates to help them become LDC leaders.

Program Structure

Associates will begin their career at LDC by completing four six-month assignments in different departments at two LDC locations, allowing for a well-rounded experience. The departments include: project engineering, process engineering, maintenance and reliability, safety health and environmental, quality assurance, and industrial operations.

How You Will Benefit

Gain Insight into LDC’s Diverse Businesses – Develop your leadership skills, deepen your understanding of the commodities industry, gain experience using state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and learn hands-on by shadowing seasoned professionals who are experts in the industry.

Become a True Team Member – You will be immersed in our business from day one by participating in meetings, workshops, and projects – each designed to help you gain more familiarity with our culture and company values. You will also be eligible to enroll in bene ts and participate in the company's 401(k) plan (US only). We o er competitive pay and potential bonuses to our associates.

Expand Your Network – You will learn from and be mentored by LDC’s leaders in addition to building beneficial relationships with employees from around the world.

Career Development – The program prepares you to take on larger and more complex leadership roles within our industrial assets.

Job Locations

Various locations in US and Canada – must be open to relocation.

Industrial environment – working at heights, stair climbing, confined spaces, varying temperatures, grain dust. Personal Protective Equipment is provided & required.

Additional Information for the job

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.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage

- 401k with Company Match

- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits

- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

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.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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