Feed Mill Operator

Summary

Ready for your next career move? CHS, Inc. is looking for a hardworking, driven individual to join our team in Luverne, MN as a Feed Mill Operator. Daily you will receive onsite training, forklift certifications, competitive pay & benefits, and the opportunity to be a part of the largest cooperative in the U.S. Along with schedule flexibility, this position offers standard 8‑hour days with the opportunity for overtime 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!

• Under general supervision, 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/detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include bulk 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 clean, orderly and safe. 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 a 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 the facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations.

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors and track‑mobile equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Agriculture experience preferred.
• Pre‑employment screening may be required. Selected candidates must pass required screenings including drug, criminal, motor‑vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to 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 including experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, and 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.

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