Seasonal Operations Specialist

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Drayton (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a motivated individual to join our grain elevator operations in North Dakota. As part of the nation’s largest cooperative, you’ll help ensure smooth daily operations during the peak season from November through March 2027.

Schedule is generally M-F 8-5 with evenings and weekends when trains arrive, with train loading bonuses. You will load and unload commodities, prepare trucks and railcars, operate loaders and conveyors, and maintain a safe, clean work area.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities under supervision.
• Learn and apply knowledge of commodities handled and regulatory requirements.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading; sample, loosen nuts, open hatches, attach/detach hoses.
• Load/unload agricultural inputs using machinery; bulk or packaged material.
• Monitor load out functions and automated scale/dump systems.
• Perform maintenance tasks and inspect equipment for leaks.
• Maintain inventory quality; ensure safe, orderly workspace.
• Deliver products to customer sites; ensure excellent service.
• Follow safety policies and report hazards.

Skills

1+ years of experience

Minimum age requirement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with Hazmat endorsement

Forklift certification

Agriculture experience

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 looking for motivated and dedicated individual to join our team and support the daily operations of our grain elevator. As part of the largest cooperative in the United States, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient operations within a dynamic and essential industry.

Timeframe

Starting November thru March of 2027

Schedule

Generally, M-F 8-5 and evenings/weekends when trains come in -- train loading bonuses available!

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a competitive salary designed to reward your hard work and dedication.
• Overtime Opportunities: Maximize your earnings with ample overtime hours available throughout the busy season.
• Grow With the Industry: Gain valuable experience and skills in a leading agricultural organization, where there are always opportunities for career growth and development.

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.

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 track mobile
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Forklift certiification 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.

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.