Shipping and Receiving Technician

Summary

CHS in Fairmont, MN is hiring for a Shipping and Receiving Technician position to manage the shipping and receiving of soybeans in the facility. Candidates must be self-motivated, have a desire to learn, and work well with others. The role involves working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule of 14 days/nights per month, including weekends and holidays. This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform all job functions within the facility including shipping and receiving soybeans, loading soybean meal and dry products into trucks and rail cars, and working in the control room.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet areas, and workstations neat and clean, and complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Absorb and train new employees.
• Manage product inventory and follow first-in-first-out shipping and rotation principles.
• Complete shipping, receiving, and inspection documents neatly and accurately.
• Operate equipment for loading and unloading, including an end loader, switching engine, fork lift, and skid loader.
• Conduct truck and rail car inspections prior to loading with product.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and assist maintenance technicians as needed.
• Follow all plant and food safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing, and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all weather conditions.

CHS Offers

• Competitive total rewards package including base wage, bonuses, incentives, and commissions.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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