Production Operator

CHS Inc.

. Operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility under general supervision .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeGrandin • North Dakota • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating machinery and equipment in a processing facility while ensuring product quality and safety. Capable of conducting inspections, performing maintenance, and adhering to QA policies and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

1+ Years Of Experience In OperationsAbility To Work IndependentlyPreventative And Corrective MaintenanceQuality Assurance Policies And ProceduresAbility To Lift And Carry Materials Up To 50 Lbs

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Hard Skills

Machinery OperationEquipment MonitoringQuality AssurancePreventative MaintenanceSampling And TestingRecord KeepingAdjusting MachineryConducting InspectionsSafety ComplianceHazard Identification

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Automated ToolsManual Tools

Industry Keywords

Production OperationsProcessing FacilitySafety CultureHazardous EnvironmentsConfined Spaces

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate machinery and equipment of a processing facility under general supervision
Support product quality, safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area
Conduct continuous inspections and monitor equipment
Record operating parameters and adjust machinery and equipment to meet specifications and production targets
Implement QA policies and procedures
Complete required sampling and testing of process streams
Interpret QA results and take appropriate action
Comply with regulations and requirements and complete necessary records
Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment as required
Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the assigned work area
Load and unload products to and from trucks and rail and carry materials
Monitor, maintain, and care for issued tools
Complete initial, ongoing, and supplemental training
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture; identify and communicate hazards and correct or escalate unsafe conditions
Collaborate professionally with coworkers to support plant operations, solve problems, and identify improvement opportunities
Perform other duties as assigned to support operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations
Must meet minimum age requirement
High School diploma or GED preferred
Ability to work independently for extended periods of time
Ability to work in confined spaces and hazardous environments
Ability to spend long periods on feet, including walking, standing, climbing steps and ladders
Ability to work at heights up to 120 ft.
Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
Ability to wear required protective equipment, including potentially respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection
Ability to use automated and manual tools and equipment
Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift, and carry materials up to 50 lbs. frequently
Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all weather conditions
May be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including drug, criminal, motor vehicle, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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
Adoption assistance
Potential bonus, incentive, and commission earnings depending on position
Initial, ongoing, and supplemental training