Grains Operator

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 is seeking a Grains Operator to join our team at our ethanol facility in Annawan, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient handling of incoming grain used in ethanol production. Responsibilities include operating grain handling equipment, monitoring grain quality, unloading and loading grain trucks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental standards. This position is ideal for someone with agricultural experience, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

Under general direction, perform all job functions within the warehouse including loading / unloading trailers, moving pallets of product, palletizing product, picking orders and completing documentation.

Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area and workstations neat / clean and complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Assist in training new employees.

Manage product inventory and follow first in-first out shipping and rotation principles.

Complete shipping, receiving and inspection documents neatly and accurately.

Operate equipment for loading and unloading. This includes operating an end loader, switching engine, fork lift, and skid loader.

Conduct truck and railcar inspections prior to loading with product.

Perform basic preventative maintenance and assist maintenance techs as needed.

Follow all plant and food safety rules and procedures.

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.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

1+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and / or Warehouse Operations

Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification

Ability to perform math related to order counts and inventory management

Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands

High School diploma or GED preferred

Prior warehouse 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

Ability to stand, squat, twist and bend repeatedly

Ability to climb ladders, stairs and bins

Ability to lift 55 pounds repeatedly

Ability to wear all required PPE such as : hard hat, hair net, safety glasses, face mask, and safety boots

Ablility 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.