Seasonal Laborer

CHS, Inc.•Yuma, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Inc. is looking for an individual to join their seasonal grain team in Yuma, CO, to assist in running daily operations during wheat & corn harvest. This is a temporary position starting now through the end of fall. CHS is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States. They serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world, with employees in 19 countries. The company is focused on creating connections to empower agriculture. This role offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and overtime hours. A $1,500 bonus is available for eligible candidates.

Requirements

Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations
Must meet minimum age requirement
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 rail cars, 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.
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.