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 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 $26.34  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.