Terminal Operator

CHS Inc.

. Compile daily inventory balance analysis and reporting .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeTacoma • Washington • United StatesJunior💰 $22 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in terminal operations, including inventory management, compliance with USDA regulations, and safety protocols. Proficient in operating equipment and systems essential for efficient pipeline production and terminal automation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Terminal Operations ManagementUSDA Grain Standards KnowledgeEquipment Operation and MaintenanceSafety Compliance and Hazard IdentificationPipeline Production Operations Experience

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Hard Skills

Inventory Balance AnalysisTerminal Automation SystemsCentrifugal Pump OperationElectrical Systems ExperienceTruck and Rail Car Loading/UnloadingAtmospheric Storage TanksBasic Math SkillsBasic Computer Skills

Soft Skills

Customer OrientationTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

USDA Export Loading RegulationsEnvironmental Health and Safety ComplianceWorkplace Hazard CommunicationQuality Standards Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compile daily inventory balance analysis and reporting
Coordinate timely shipping orders and compliance with specifications
Load and unload products from trucks and barges while maintaining quality
Perform routine terminal maintenance and ensure equipment operates efficiently
Maintain cost effectiveness within the operating budget
Maintain terminal operations and customer orientation to provide outstanding service
Monitor equipment and operating procedures and recommend repairs or replacements
Develop knowledge of USDA grain standards and USDA export loading regulations
Assist terminal leadership with environmental, health, and safety compliance and corrective actions
Maintain required documentation
Provide work direction and assistance to more junior team members
Promote a strong safety culture and follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and address unsafe actions or conditions
Monitor weights and grades of rail, ship, barges, and trucks
Maintain grain inventory quality
Participate in and conduct employee and contractor orientation
Ensure product quality standards and customer requirements are met
Work with FGIS on daily and quarterly safety, housekeeping, and compliance inspections
Perform other assigned responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Pipeline Production Operations
Experience with terminal automation/instrument systems
Experience with electrical systems
Experience operating centrifugal pumps
Experience with atmospheric storage tanks
Experience with truck and rail car loading/unloading
Experience with pipeline receipt operations
Basic computer skills
Basic math skills
Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule: 3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off
Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends
High School diploma or GED preferred
Selected candidates may be required to pass drug, criminal, motor vehicle, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse screenings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
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 bonuses, incentives, and commissions depending on position
Professional development through mentoring, coaching, networking, digital learning, development programs, leadership academy, and team-development workshops