Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS Inc.•Winona, MN

3d•Onsite

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. Summary Work Local. Make a Difference. Grow With Us. CHS is hiring an Seasonal Operations Specialist in Winona, MN to support local growers during one of the busiest and most important times of the year. If you enjoy hands-on work, staying active, and being part of the agriculture community, this is a great opportunity for you. Schedule: 6:30am-7pm | Monday- Friday with occasional weekends to meet buisness demands Duration: Now-June, potential to go longer Perks: Competitive pay + overtime opportunities What you’ll do: Load and unload grain, agronomy, and feed products Mix fertilizer and crop protection products Learn to monitor and maintain grain quality and storage Perform maintenance on equipment and facilities Join CHS and play an important role in helping local agriculture operations run smoothly this season.

Requirements

Must meet minimum age requirement
1+ years 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 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
CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred
Agriculture experience preferred
Forklift certiification preferred

Responsibilities

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.

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.
If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

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