CDL-Ready Agriculture Operations & Warehouse Associate

CHS Inc.; Circle (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS, Inc Farmers Elevator in Circle, MT is seeking an Agriculture Laborer for a full-time role. You will load and unload grain, assist in handling agronomy products, and operate equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will work with hands-on tasks, maintenance, and customer service, with opportunities to earn CDL endorsement and grow within a major cooperative. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum age requirement
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Forklift certification preferred
• Pre-employment screenings may be required for the position

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Operations experience

Manual labor

Hazmat awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loader operation

Conveyor operation

Forklift operation

Railcar loading

Job description

CHS, Inc Farmers Elevator in Circle, MT is seeking an Agriculture Laborer for a full-time role. You will load and unload grain, assist in handling agronomy products, and operate equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will work with hands-on tasks, maintenance, and customer service, with opportunities to earn CDL endorsement and grow within a major cooperative. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.