Seasonal Operations Specialist

Illinois Ag; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Operations Specialist in Lowder, IL for the fall season. The role supports daily operations with flexible shifts and potential full-time opportunities after the season. No prior experience is required, and the position offers exposure to a nationwide agribusiness network.

You will assist with loading/unloading, equipment handling, inventory quality control, and customer interaction, while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• Agriculture experience preferred

Responsibilities

• As directed, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• 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.
• Control and monitor all load out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Conduct any necessary 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.
• 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.

Skills

Operations knowledge

General labor

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 an Seasonal Operations Specialist to join our team in Lowder, 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

• As directed, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• 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.
• Control and monitor all load out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Conduct any necessary 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.
• 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

• Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• 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 25 pounds
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

Compensation

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).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.