Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist to support harvest operations in Bruce, WA. This is a temporary, seasonal role offering hands-on experience in a fast-paced agricultural environment. The position involves assisting with daily facility operations, including unloading trucks, preparing materials, and performing housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient worksite. The ideal candidate enjoys physical work, follows safety procedures, and works well in a team-oriented setting. General labor and/or agricultural experience is preferred. The ability to work extended hours during peak demand is required. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are a plus. This role offers an opportunity to gain operations experience while supporting the local community.

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
Bilingual skills in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently as directed.
Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled and comply with company policy and government regulations.
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/detaching flexible hoses.
Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment, including 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 lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in-use equipment for seeps and leaks.
Monitor and maintain the 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 a loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to the 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.