Feed Mill Operator

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**

**_Looking to jumpstart your career?_**

CHS, Inc is in search for two individuals to join our Animal Nutrition team in Shenandoah, IA! **No experience required** - run daily operations at our local mill while working for the largest coop in the U.S to receive competitive wage & benefits, flexible scheduling, and overtime hours to maximize your take home pay.

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.

Apply today to become part of our global impact!

**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 for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
+ Load and unload inputs from trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment.

May include bulk and or packaged material.
+ Control and monitor all load out functions.
+ 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).
+ 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 general grounds duties as needed.
+ 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
+ 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 75 pounds
+ Ability to climb 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.

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_ _chscareers@chsinc.com_ _; to verify that the communication is from CHS._

Required Skill Profession

Other General