Seasonal Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agribusiness as a Seasonal Operations Specialist in Moscow, ID! This role involves a variety of responsibilities including loading and unloading trucks, operating machinery, and maintaining a safe work environment. With a focus on teamwork and customer service, you will play a vital role in supporting agricultural operations. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are motivated and ready to take on challenges, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k) participation

Competitive total rewards package

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operations and business operations is essential.
• Ability to operate machinery and work extended hours during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload agricultural inputs using machinery.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to safety policies.
• Conduct regular housekeeping duties and perform grounds maintenance.

Skills

Operations Knowledge

Customer Service

Machinery Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Tractor

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 10,000 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 Primeland is seeking a motivated individual to fill the role of Seasonal Operations Specialist in Moscow, ID. Key responsibilities for this role include loading/unloading trucks, housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and manual labor The role also involves maintaining a clean and safe work environment, operating machinery, adhering to safety policies, and the ability to work extended hours is essential for this role.

This role is available for start on June 1st, 2025 and will go through tothe end of August (or longer depending on business needs).

Join the largest co-op in the U.S. and make a meaningful impact in our local communities. Enjoy a fun and safe work environment—apply today!

Responsibilities

• As directed, 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)

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

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

• Abilityto lift 75 pounds
• Abilityto 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.