Seasonal Laborer

CHS, Inc.•Shipman, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join CHS Inc. as a Seasonal Laborer in Shipman, IL and play a key role in supporting local agriculture through the busy fall grain harvest and spring agronomy season! This seasonal opportunity starts now and runs through spring 2027, offering hands-on work operating equipment, loading and unloading products, maintaining facilities, and serving our customers. Candidates can expect workdays ranging from 8 to 12 hours depending on seasonal demand, with plenty of overtime opportunities and time-and-a-half pay after 40 hours, creating strong take-home earnings potential. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a hardworking team, and contributing to the success of farmers and growers, this is a great opportunity to gain valuable agriculture experience while earning competitive pay. Based on the role description, candidates should be comfortable with extended hours during peak seasons and performing general labor, equipment operation, and facility maintenance tasks. Apply today!

Requirements

Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations
Must meet minimum age requirement

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
CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred
Agriculture experience preferred
Forklift certification preferred
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

As directed, 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 and railcars 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 railcars and/or 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).
Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and others to customer sites.
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.