Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the globe, with employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

About the role

CHS Ag Services is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist to assist with Fall Harvest in Ada, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for dumping and loading trucks and trains, general maintenance, clean-up, and assisting customers.

Timeframe: Mid-September until about Thanksgiving
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching/detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from trucks using heavy or light-duty machinery/equipment, including bulk and/or packaged material.
• Control and monitor all load-out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Conduct and properly record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks, including lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms, and inspect in-use equipment for seeps and leaks.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk, or packaged product).
• Keep all work areas clean, orderly, and safe; perform housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping, and cleaning up spills.
• Complete appropriate record-keeping.
• Perform warehouse work, including driving loaders, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture; follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed to ensure the facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent service.

Requirements

• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations.
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Agriculture experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and bins.
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.

Benefits

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives, and commissions.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in a 401(k) plan.