Process Operator

CHS Inc.; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k)

Pension

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

CHS Inc. is hiring a Production Operator for Fairmont, MN. The role covers general plant operations, including plant cleanliness, maintaining bean/meal piles, and monitoring oil tanks. It features a 12-hour rotating shift schedule of 14 days/nights per month, including weekends and holidays.

We seek self-motivated individuals who learn quickly and work well with others. This entry-level position offers growth potential within CHS as you develop strengths for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Pre-employment screening is based on job requirements and may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility to meet quality and safety standards.
• Inspect and monitor process points; adjust equipment to meet specifications.
• QA sampling and testing; interpret results and take action.
• Comply with regulations; complete record keeping.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and sanitation in the assigned area.
• Load and unload products from trucks and rail; carry materials.
• Care for issued tools; monitor usage.
• Complete initial and ongoing training.
• Promote safety culture and follow safety policies.
• Collaborate with coworkers to improve operations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Operations

Production operations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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 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 is hiring for a Production Operator in Fairmont, MN! This position will be responsible for general plant operations such as plant cleanliness, maintain bean/meal piles and monitor oil tanks. This role offers a 12-hour rotating shift schedule of 14 days/nights per month, inclduing weekends and holidays. Candidates must be self-motivated, have the desire to learn, and work well with others. This position is a foot in the door for you to grow into an opportunity that suites your different strengths.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility. Responsible for product quality, meeting safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjusments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
• Ensure effective implementation of QA policies and procedures, complete required sampling and testing of process streams, and understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required.
• Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements including completion of necessary record keeping.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment as required.
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
• Load and unload products from/to truck and rail and carry materials.
• Monitor, maintain and care for all issued tools.
• Successfully complete initial, ongoing and supplemental training.
• 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.
• Work together with co-workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

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

Additional Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED 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 work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently
• Ability to work in noisy ,dusty, and all weather conditions

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon 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.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.