Seasonal Specialist, Operations Associate

CHS, Inc.; Browns Valley (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS, Inc. in Browns Valley, MN is hiring a Seasonal Operations Specialist to support daily operations on-site. No prior experience is required as training will be provided. The role includes general labor, maintenance tasks, and customer support.

Responsibilities cover loading/unloading, equipment operation, safety compliance, and delivering agricultural inputs. Ability to lift 75 pounds and work peak-season hours is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled and comply with policies/regulations.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading and attach/detach hoses.
• Load/unload agricultural inputs using heavy or light machinery.
• Monitor load-out functions and operate scale/dump systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspect equipment for leaks.
• Maintain inventory quality and cleanliness of work areas.
• Deliver products to customer sites and ensure safe operations.
• Report safety concerns to supervisor and follow safety policies.

Skills

Operations knowledge

Warehouse operations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Seasonal Specialist, Operations Associate

Job ID: 25505

Location

Browns Valley, MN, US, 56219

Date posted: Oct 26, 2026

Employment Type: Hourly

Schedule: Seasonal

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Salary Range: $15.63 - $23.46 /hr

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 hiring a Seasonal Operations Specialist based in Browns Valley, MN.

No experience is required—we will provide training.

This hands-on role supports daily operations, general cleanup, site maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

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
• 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.