Senior Production Operator

CHS Inc.; Annawan (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,500 sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) and pension plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Senior Production Technician to assist with ethanol production processes in Annawan, Illinois. The role involves monitoring operations, ensuring safety and quality, and executing necessary maintenance. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of operational experience and strong communication skills.

Additionally, the position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Join us at CHS and help empower agriculture!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment at a processing facility.
• Conduct continuous inspections and monitor equipment performance.
• Ensure effective implementation of QA policies and procedures.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance as required.
• Promote a strong safety culture and identify workplace hazards.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers to improve operations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Able to work in a range of environments

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

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 a Senior Production Technician to assist with the process of making ethanol. You will be monitoring the process to optimize safety, quality, cost, and delivery of Ethanol, Corn Oil, and Distilled Grains. You must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, have the ability to multi‑task, problem solve, and work effectively in a broad range of environments. This position also includes a $1,500 sign‑on bonus, paid out over 12 months.

Responsibilities

• With limited supervision, operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility. Responsible for product quality, meeting safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjustments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
• Ensure effective implementation of QA policies and procedures, complete required sampling and testing of process streams, and understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required.
• Occasionally deviate from normal process procedure in order to carry out investigational studies.
• Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements including completion of necessary record keeping.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment as required.
• Monitor, maintain and care for all issued tools.
• Successfully complete initial, ongoing and supplemental training.
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
• Work together with co‑workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture, follow all safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions, conditions, or mitigate potential hazards.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 2+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations.

Additional Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED 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 work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to work in noisy , dusty, and all weather conditions.

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.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.