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Job Title: Stevedore
Location: Belle Chasse, LA, South United States, USA

Company: CHS Inc.
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

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

CHS Inc. is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Stevedore to join the team at its Myrtle Grove Grain Terminal. This position plays a critical role in the efficient and safe loading of grain into seagoing vessels, supporting CHS’s mission to connect farmers and global markets.

Responsibilities

Ensure company, customer and regulatory procedures for safety, quality, production and costs are carried out effectively and efficiently.
Operate spout loaders and grain groomers to load and level grain within ship holds.
Safely maneuver telehandlers and other equipment to position gangways and manage cargo flow.
Monitor grain movement to prevent overflow and ensure proper distribution.
Adhere to company, customer, and regulatory safety and quality standards.
Provide training and assistance to new team members, as well as lead more skilled and experienced teams and crews.
Participate in the development and implementation of documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) to reduce product variation and increase inter-shift and inter-departmental operating consensus.
Monitor production and quality, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Participate in projects intended to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
Maintain reports of key production variables such as production volume, yield, plant uptime and utility consumption on a timely basis.
Coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas. Diagnose and trouble-shoot maintenance related issues.
Cultivate 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 responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

3+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations

Additional Qualifications

Previous experience in a structured team environment
Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong analytical skills
Ability to lead effectively, and influence others
Must possess a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card.
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 regularly lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to wear required PPE

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.

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Job Post Date: 08/08/25