Office Assistant

CHS Inc.; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 25,967 - 41,465; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and pension plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A major agribusiness firm is seeking an Office Assistant for its Bean Plant in Othello, WA. The role involves a variety of administrative tasks including answering calls, processing invoices, and maintaining office supplies. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with at least 1 year of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive pay range and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Office and Facilities Services.
• 1+ years of experience in Administrative Support.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks with precision and efficiency.
• Answer incoming phone calls and greet visitors.
• Process invoices and manage data entry.
• Coordinate truck freight schedules and maintain office supplies.
• Organize meetings and assist with presentations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.85/hr - $30.10/hr

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.

Summary

CHS Sun Basin is looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized individual to join our team as an Office Assistant at our Bean Plant in Othello, WA.

In this role, you’ll perform a variety of administrative tasks with precision and efficiency. Key responsibilities include:

• Answering and directing phone calls
• Greeting and assisting visitors
• Processing invoices and managing data entry
• Coordinating truck freight schedules
• Maintaining office supplies
• Organizing meetings and events

We’re seeking someone with strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Flexibility to work extended hours during peak seasons (Spring and Fall) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete general administrative duties on time with high quality.
• Answer incoming phone calls, greet and assist visitors, and direct patrons to appropriate personnel.
• Set up customer contracts, process invoices, transfer documents and perform accurate data entry into various systems.
• Collect direct payments, reconcile credit card receipts, and prepare deposits.
• Coordinate truck freight schedules, weigh trucks and document information.
• Assemble and maintain files including accurately entering all information, keeping files updated and maintaining complete electronic file documentation.
• Order office supplies and maintain a clean office.
• Schedule meetings, arrange facilities, logistics and catering and distribute meeting information.
• Assist in preparing presentations, organizational charts, phone lists, etc.
• Provide clear communication with location managers, board members, and patrons.
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize work to meet all required timelines.
• Maintain a full understanding of company products and services.
• Work with sensitive material and maintain highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Office and Facilities Services
• 1+ years of experience in Administrative Support
• High School diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business needs
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Farming background or agriculture/fertilizer experience, preferred
• Familiarity with accounting software, preferred
• Pre‑employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre‑employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, push, and pull frequently
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to speak frequently

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending on the position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

This position is designated by CHS Inc. as a safety-sensitive position pursuant to Washington law, RCW 49.44.240. Please be advised that due to this designation (and notice to applicants of the same), the pre-employment drug testing panel for this position will include marijuana and its metabolites.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Farming