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 Specialty Weigher performs all duties associated with the production of specialty sugars to include blending, coding, packaging, sampling, stacking, and transporting specialty products.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates packaging equipment within the Specialty Production Center

Responsible for basic maintenance of equipment including, but not limited to, standard levels of sanitation

Takes samples of product and records sampling data

Coordinates activities with co-workers to meet expectations for safety, quality, production, and energy consumption

Assists Specialty Operators as needed

WORK EXPERIENCES

Experience working in an industrial/manufacturing facility or other related environment is needed

Prior experience operating packaging equipment is preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED is required

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES

(KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

)

The ideal candidate will have the ability to: Read and adjust scales on various types of packaging equipment and related equipment

Perform industrial labor tasks such as lifting (up to 50lbs.) and handling drums (up to 55lbs.) and other bulk units. Follow written and verbal instructions, maintain written records, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform mathematical calculations

Must be able to work rotating shifts, including overtime, weekends and holidays as required.

HOURLY RATE

Starting at $28.22 Paid Vacation and Sick time after probationary period.

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.