Operations Specialist/Truck Driver

CHS - LaMoure, ND

Full-time - Entry Level

LaMoure, ND

5,001-10,000 employees

Food Manufacturing

About the position

CHS Inc. is hiring for a Truck Driver/Operations Specialist in LaMoure, ND. This hybrid role requires you to alternate between driving and operations specialist duties based on seasonal and business needs. As a CHS driver, you will play a crucial role in supporting our customers, which include farmers, ranchers, local feed and seed stores, community gas stations, and refineries. Your responsibilities will involve transporting products from sellers to buyers and ensuring that supplies reach production facilities and customers efficiently. This position is vital in keeping rural America operational, especially during critical periods such as spring planting and fall harvest. In your role as an Operations Specialist within CHS Grain and Agronomy, you will be responsible for loading and unloading grain, agronomy, and feed products. This hands-on position will require you to perform scheduled maintenance and repairs, monitor and maintain grain quality, and assist in mixing and loading fertilizer and chemical products. You will also have the opportunity to obtain certifications to operate equipment, including the chance to acquire your CDL, enhancing your skill set and career prospects. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with one of the largest cooperatives in the U.S. while making a significant impact in local communities. We pride ourselves on providing a fun and safe work environment, and we encourage you to apply today to join our team!

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Conduct and properly record repairs and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks. Regularly inspect in-use equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and other to customer sites ensuring accurate and on time deliveries in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
• Keep all work areas and vehicles 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.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Trucking Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands

Nice-to-haves

• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
• Valid Class A CDL preferred
• Agriculture background preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 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