Grain Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.•Holdrege, NE

About The Position

CHS is hiring a Grain Operations Specialist in Holdrege, Nebraska. Under general supervision, this role performs general labor and operational duties to support the facility, its customers, and the safe handling of agricultural commodities and products. The specialist maintains knowledge of commodities and applicable company policies and government regulations, assists customers professionally, and helps ensure inventory quality and smooth facility operations. The work includes preparing trucks and railcars for loading and unloading; operating equipment and automated scale and dump systems; monitoring load-out functions; performing routine equipment maintenance and inspections; delivering agricultural products to customer sites; and completing warehouse, groundskeeping, housekeeping, and recordkeeping tasks. The role requires following safety policies and communicating customer complaints, equipment needs, and workplace hazards to a supervisor. The position may require extended hours during peak seasons. Physical requirements include lifting up to 75 pounds, climbing railcars, ladders, stairs, and bins, and working in dusty conditions and adverse weather and temperatures.

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 and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently under general supervision.
Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled at the location and comply with company policies and government regulations.
Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
Prepare trucks and railcars for loading or unloading, including sampling, loosening large 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, including bulk or packaged materials.
Control and monitor load-out functions and operate automated scale and dump systems.
Conduct and record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance, including lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms; inspect equipment for seeps and leaks.
Monitor and maintain the quality of blended, bulk, or packaged inventory.
Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and feed to customer sites.
Keep work areas clean, orderly, and safe; perform housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping, cleaning spills, and completing records.
Perform grounds maintenance, including snow removal.
Perform warehouse work, including operating a loader and forklift, loading and unloading inventory, and general maintenance.
Promptly report customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, and safety concerns to a supervisor.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture; follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations; identify and communicate hazards and correct or seek help correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Perform other assigned duties to help ensure smooth facility operations and excellent customer service.