Operations Specialist

CHS - Onida, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Onida, SD

5,001-10,000 employees

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Operations Specialist at CHS Inc. is responsible for managing daily operations at the local facility in Onida, SD. This role involves ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity for overtime hours, along with a hiring bonus for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently under general supervision.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations.
• 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/detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment.
• 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 lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms.
• Inspect in-use equipment for leaks and process equipment issues.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory including blended, bulk or packaged product.
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, and feed to customer sites.
• Keep all work areas clean, orderly, and safe, conducting regular housekeeping duties.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, and forklift operation.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as needed to ensure facility operations and customer service.

Requirements

• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred.
• Agriculture experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

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