CHS - Claire City, SD

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Claire City, SD
5,001-10,000 employees
Food Manufacturing

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 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 Inc is hiring for a Crop Applicator/Operations Specialist in Claire City, SD. This role is a hybrid position where you will be a Crop Applicator and Operations Specialist depending on the season and business needs. This is a great opportunity with a variety of work in your day-to-day activities. As a Crop Applicator, you will apply a sense of responsibility and self-reliance as you work independently, creating relationships with local farmers to acquire knowledge on their chemical and fertilizer needs. You will manage your time in the field by operating a sprayer/floater machine while loading and applying products safely, accurately, and efficiently. You will receive hands-on experience and technical skills by handling many types of machinery and routine equipment maintenance. As an Operations Specialist within CHS grain and agronomy, you will load and unload grain, agronomy, and feed products. You will work with your hands by performing scheduled maintenance and repairs. You will acquire knowledge on how to monitor and maintain grain quality, mix/load fertilizer/chemical products, and assist in loading trains. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to obtain certifications to operate equipment, including the chance to obtain your CDL. This is an opportunity to work with one of the largest cooperatives 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!

Responsibilities

  • Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products, which may include the use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
  • Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
  • Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
  • Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
  • Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment, which may include bulk and/or packaged material.
  • Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
  • Perform general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently, which may include general maintenance, grounds maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance, and recordkeeping.
  • Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements

  • 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application.
  • Must meet minimum age requirement.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
  • Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
  • Ability to work additional hours to meet business demand.
  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • CDL license with Hazmat endorsement or ability to attain one preferred.
  • Applicator's license, chemical application education and experience, forklift certification, and farming/agriculture background preferred.

Nice-to-haves

  • Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Life insurance
  • Health and dependent care savings accounts
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Pension
  • Profit sharing
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance
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