Production Operator

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Life insurance

401(k)

Pension

Profit sharing

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Mankato, MN is seeking a hands-on team member for rail and truck wash operations. You will operate equipment, assist with inspections, perform basic maintenance and help keep our facility running safely and efficiently on a rotating 12-hour shift with overtime opportunities.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in Operations or Production, a high school diploma or GED, and a strong mechanical aptitude. Pre-employment screenings may apply.

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 may be required per job requirements and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment in a processing facility under supervision, ensuring product quality and safety.
• Conduct inspections and monitor process parameters; adjust machinery to meet specifications and targets.
• Implement QA policies, collect samples, test streams, and interpret results for action as needed.
• Complete required record-keeping and comply with regulations and safety policies.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance and keep work area clean and organized.
• Load/unload products from trucks and rails; handle materials and tools with care.
• Complete training and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety minded

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

Join our team in a hands-on role supporting rail and truck wash operations in Mankato, MN! We're looking for a self-motivated, reliable team player who is eager to learn and contribute to a safe, efficient work environment. Mechanical aptitude is a plus, as you'll assist with equipment operation, inspections, and basic maintenance while helping keep our facility running smoothly. This position works a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and offers overtime pay, built in time off and the opportunity to develop valuable operational skills.

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

Benefits

• 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
• adoption assistance
• subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

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.

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.