Union Feed Mill Operator

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS, Inc. is seeking a Union Operations Specialist to join the Feed Mill team in Hermiston, OR. You will operate feed manufacturing equipment, manage ingredient receiving, and document production activities during the 2nd shift (1pm–9pm, Monday–Friday).

This role offers onsite training, competitive pay, and benefits as part of the largest cooperative in the U.S. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and meeting production deadlines.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in Production and/or Operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate the all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to CHS’ quality assurance program regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging.
• Perform necessary sequencing, recording, and documenting of all feed manufactured during shift.
• Maintain accurate production and FDA records, entering data into Excel spreadsheet.
• Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently and in a manner that assures accuracy and high quality.
• Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products.
• Determine proper routing and distribution for manufactured feeds to appropriate holding bins.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
• Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers when needed.
• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures, adhere to all safety & FDA requirements.
• Effectively communicate with managers, co-workers, and customers.
• Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production/Operations experience

Union environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Career Opportunities: Union Feed Mill Operator (24744)

Requisition ID24744-Posted08/26/2026-US-HERMISTON OR

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

Cultivate your career!

CHS, Inc is looking for a driven individual to join our Feed Mill team in Hermiston, OR as a Union Operations Specialist. You will perform diver mill operations such as feed making, recieving, mixing and pelleting our feed products & any additional general operator tasks needed. This position offers2nd shift hours 1pm- 9pm Monday - Friday, onsite training, competitive pay & benefits, and the opportunity to be a part of the largest cooperative in the U.S. Our feed mill is a key component in the formulation of the highest quality ingredients and all the essentials to improve health, performance and production. Join our team today!

Compensation Data

• Salary Range: $25.38 - $26.38 per hr
• This is a union role. Full rate of pay after successful completion of probationary period & shift differential. Wages are based on the collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

• Operate the all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to CHS’ quality assurance program regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging.
• Perform necessary sequencing, recording, and documenting of all feed manufactured during shift.
• Maintain accurate production and FDA records, entering data into Excel spreadsheet.
• Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently and in a manner that assures accuracy and high quality.
• Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products.
• Determine proper routing and distribution for manufactured feeds to appropriate holding bins.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
• Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers when needed.
• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures, adhere to all safety & FDA requirements.
• Effectively communicate with managers, co-workers, and customers.
• Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years in Production and/or Operations

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in mill operations, manufacturing, or similar
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• 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 FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and load up to 75 lbs
• Comfortable in damp, dusty, dry conditions
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to perform physically driven tasks

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.

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.