Seasonal Senior Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc. • Walla Walla, WA

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About The Position

CHS Primeland is seeking a motivated Ag professional to fill the role of Seasonal Senior Operations Specialist in Walla Walla, WA for the Spring planting and Fall harvest seasons. The Senior Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in efficiently managing general labor responsibilities related to agricultural commodities. This position involves preparing trucks for loading and unloading, operating heavy machinery, working in the grain elevator, and maintaining inventory quality. The Senior Operations Specialist is also responsible for conducting regular maintenance tasks, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering products to customer sites. With a minimum of 2 years of experience in operations, the role requires the ability to work extended hours during peak seasons and may prefer candidates with agronomy and/or grain experience.
This is a seasonal position and is available for an immediate start date.
This is a great opportunity to work with the largest co-op in the U.S, while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

Nice To Haves

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Forklift certiification preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• 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 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 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. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
• If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED