Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS • Warren, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

CHS Ag Services is seeking a motivated and dedicated Seasonal Operations Specialist to support daily operations at its grain elevator in Warren, Minnesota. Under general supervision, this role performs general labor and operational tasks to help ensure efficient facility operations and excellent customer service. The position involves working with agricultural commodities, customers, trucks, railcars, inventory, equipment, and facility maintenance while following company policies and safety regulations.

During harvest, the schedule is 6–7 days per week from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Around late November, the schedule changes to 5 days per week from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through March 2027. Trains may arrive at any time, including days, evenings, and weekends. Train-loading bonuses are available, and overtime opportunities are offered during the busy season.

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.
• CDL license, or ability to obtain one with a Hazmat endorsement.
• Agriculture experience.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently under general supervision.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled at the location and follow applicable 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; this may include bulk or packaged material.
• Control and monitor load-out functions and operate automated scale and dump systems.
• Conduct and record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks, including lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms.
• Inspect equipment in use for seeps and leaks.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of inventory, including blended, bulk, or packaged products.
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, and feed to customer sites.
• Keep work areas clean, orderly, and safe; perform housekeeping such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping, and spill cleanup.
• Complete appropriate recordkeeping.
• 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.
• Promote a strong safety culture, follow safety policies and regulations, identify workplace hazards, and correct unsafe conditions or seek assistance.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support smooth facility operations and customer service.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Overtime opportunities during the busy season.
• Train-loading bonuses are available.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Eligible employees may participate in a 401(k), subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed