Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.•Connell, WA

1d•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. CHS SunBasin is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist to support daily facility operations in Connell, WA. This role involves general labor duties such as cleaning, sweeping, grounds and facility maintenance, as well as assisting with weighing and dumping trucks and preparing them for loading and unloading. The position plays a key part in maintaining a safe, organized work environment while supporting inventory handling and overall operational efficiency. Candidates will work closely with team members and customers, ensuring courteous service and adherence to safety and company policies. This is a seasonal position with an immediate start, expected to run through September or October based on business needs. The role requires availability for extended hours during peak season, with a schedule of Monday through Saturday and 12+ hour days. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment performing a variety of hands-on tasks.

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
Agriculture experience preferred
Forklift certification 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 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 dump systems.
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.
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.