Grain Laborer

CHS, Inc. • Ruthton, MN

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About The Position

CHS is hiring a Grain Operations Specialist in Ruthton, Minnesota. Under general supervision, the employee performs general labor to support facility operations and customer service. The role involves handling agricultural commodities and inputs, preparing and operating equipment for loading and unloading, monitoring inventory quality, completing maintenance and housekeeping, making product deliveries, and supporting safe, efficient facility operations. Extended hours may be required during peak seasons.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum age requirement.
• At least 1 year 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.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb railcars, ladders, stairs, and bins.
• Ability to work in dust, adverse weather conditions, and varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Agriculture experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled at the location and comply with company policies and government regulations.
• Serve customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading and unloading, including sampling, loosening nuts, opening hatches, and attaching or detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and trucks using heavy- or light-duty machinery and equipment.
• Control and monitor load-out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale and dump systems.
• Conduct and record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks, including lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms; inspect equipment for leaks and seeps.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of inventory, including blended, bulk, or packaged products.
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and feed to customer sites.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas; perform housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping, spill cleanup, and record keeping.
• Perform grounds maintenance, including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work, including loader driving, inventory loading and unloading, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, and safety concerns to a supervisor.
• Promote a strong safety culture, follow safety policies and regulations, identify workplace hazards, and correct or seek help correcting unsafe conditions.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support facility operations and customer service.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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
• Adoption assistance
• Competitive total rewards package; compensation may include bonuses, incentives, or commissions depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed