Union Feed Operator

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Job Title: Union Feed Operator
Location: Hermiston, OR, West United States, USA

Company: CHS Inc.
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
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

Cultivate your career!

CHS, Inc is looking for a driven individual to join our Feed Mill team in Hermiston, OR as a Union Operator. You will perform all control room & general operations, assist in bagging/receiving functions and other duties as needed. This position offers swing shift hours 1pm - 9:30p 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: $24.88 per hr
This is a union role. 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 which may include the passing of a drug test.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and load up to 75 lbs
Comfortable in damp, dusty, dry conditions
Ability to stand for long periods

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation and benefits are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, and disability, subject to any relevant provisions in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and 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: 05/14/25