Part-Time Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc. • Elkton Township, SD

6d

About The Position

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 world.  Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.SummaryLooking for steady weekday work with consistent hours and no weekends?
This opportunity supports daily operations during our busiest seasons and is ideal for someone seeking reliable weekday work with flexibility.
While the role is part‑time, it’s structured for individuals who want a predictable schedule, meaningful work, and the potential to grow into a full‑time position.
Schedule highlights:

Consistent weekday hours
Day shifts between 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
No weekends

This role offers competitive pay, dependable scheduling, and hands-on experience with the largest co-op in the U.S. High performers may be considered for full-time opportunities as business needs evolve.
Apply today and bring your skills to a team that values reliability, flexibility, and growth.

Requirements

• Must meet minimum age requirement
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations pertaining to commodities.
• 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 and/or detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include 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 but not limited to lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in-use equipment looking for seeps and leaks of process equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Keep all work areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• 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.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

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. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
• Benefits include paid time off and a volunteer day. If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k), pension and health insurance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
• CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED