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 Operator performs all duties associated with the production of specialty sugars.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The production of specialty sugars which includes, but is not limited to, the blending, evaporation, crystallization drying, conditioning, milling, and screening of specialty sugar products, the maintenance of equipment, performance of analytical testing, operation of control instrumentation, and maintaining proper levels of sanitation. To produce specialty sugars while maintaining product specifications through the use of analytical process measurements. To coordinate activities with other personnel within the building to meet safety, quality, production, and energy use expectations.  This reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the Specialty Operator and should be construed as a general description of all the work requirements included in the job. May also be assigned other related duties as required.

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 preferred

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

• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
• Maintain written records
• Perform mathematical calculations
• Troubleshoot equipment problems
• Able to handle 50 lb. bag, 55-gallon drums, and bulk units

HOURLY RATE

• Starting Rate $29.98
• Paid vacation and sick time after ninety day probation period

LOCATION OF ROLE

•  Chalmette, La

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.