Specialist, Operations Associate

CHS, Inc.•Moses Lake, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS SunBasin is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist to join our team in Moses Lake, WA for an immediate start through September, with the potential to extend through January. In this hands-on role, you will support daily elevator operations by dumping and loading grain trucks, assisting with load-out functions, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment through sweeping and general housekeeping. Responsibilities also include operating equipment, monitoring product flow, and completing basic maintenance and inspection tasks to keep operations running smoothly. This position requires working extended hours during peak season. Candidates must be comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and around grain dust while adhering to all safety policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-focused, and able to perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, and working in varying weather conditions. If you’re looking for a fast-paced seasonal role and enjoy hands-on agricultural operations, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations
Must meet minimum age requirement
Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
Must have a valid driver's license
Comfortable working around grain and dust
Comfortable working in heights and confined spaces

Nice To Haves

Agriculture experience preferred
Forklift certification preferred

Responsibilities

Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
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.
Confined space entry
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.