Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS Inc Careers; Big Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist in Newark, IL to assist in daily fall-season operations. The role involves loading/unloading, equipment operation, and assisting with inventory and safety duties.

Shift patterns run 7a–7p with potential full-time transition after the season and weekend hours. No prior experience required, and the company highlights competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to maximize take-home pay through overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations.
• Able to operate loaders, conveyors, tractors, and forklifts.
• Willing to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently under supervision.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities and comply with company policies and regulations.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks for loading/unloading and assist with sampling and hose connections.
• Load/unload agricultural inputs using heavy or light equipment and monitor load-out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Perform maintenance tasks including lubrication and inspection of equipment.
• Maintain inventory quality and keep work areas clean and safe.
• Support grounds maintenance and snow removal when required.
• Report safety concerns and follow all safety policies.

Skills

Operations experience

Tools

Loader operation

Forklift operation

Conveyors

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

2026 Harvest is HERE!

Looking to earn some extra cash over the next few months? Starting now through the end of the year CHS, Inc is looking for a Seasonal Operations Specialist to join our team in Newark, IL! No experience required - assist in running daily operations during the fall season! As a major buyer and trader of grains and oilseeds, CHS moves more than two billion bushels annually through its network of river, rail and export terminals. Join the largest co-op in the U.S to receive competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and overtime hours to maximize your take home pay. Shift schedules range from 7a-7p depending on business demand with weekend hours and the potential to join our team full time at the end of the season.

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 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 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).
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

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

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and forklifts
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• Agriculture experience 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 lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

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.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.