Operations Specialist

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 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

CHS Farmers Alliance has an exciting opportunity in our Country Operations Retail division! We are looking for a Operations Specialist to join our growing team in Corsica, SD. You must be customer-focused, hardworking, and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. This position has the opportunity for growth.

• Work with patrons in a courteous and professional manner.
• Perform all job functions as needed to ensure the facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.
• Control and monitor all load-out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Blend product as prescribed and/or generate blends.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory and blended product.
• Load and unload products from railcars or trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Conduct regular house-cleaning duties, processes, and record-keeping.
• Maintain and keep records on all equipment including legs, conveyors, cleaners, vehicles, and all other facility equipment.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Lift 75 lbs, climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins; work in dusty conditions and changing temperatures.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
• Work extended hours to meet business demands.
• 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.

Training provided:

• Crop protection product mixing
• Operation of application equipment
• Operation of location facilities

• High School diploma or GED
• Able to lift 75 lbs, climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Experience operating loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Able to work in dusty conditions and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
• Able to work extended hours to meet business demands
• Pass a DOT required physical and drug screen

• Agriculture background
• Grain, fertilizer, or chemical handling experience
• CDL license or ability to attain one with HAZMAT endorsement

CHS offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life Insurance, Health and Day Care Savings Accounts, Paid Vacation, 401K, Company Funded Pension, Profit Sharing, Long and Short Term Disability, Tuition reimbursement, and Adoption assistance.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.