Union Production Operator

CHS Inc.

. Perform snow removal . Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the assigned work area . Load and unload products from and to trucks and railcars and carry materials . Conduct

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in performing snow removal, maintaining cleanliness and safety in work areas, and operating equipment such as forklifts and skid steers. Ability to assist in production operations and adhere to safety protocols in challenging conditions is essential.

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Snow RemovalForklift OperationSkid Steer OperationPreventative MaintenanceSafety Culture Promotion

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Hard Skills

Preventative MaintenanceCorrective MaintenancePhysical Lifting (50 lbs)Climbing LaddersUsing ToolsShovelingSweeping

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationSafety Awareness

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

HousekeepingSanitationPlant OutagesProduction OperationsWorkplace Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform snow removal
Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the assigned work area
Load and unload products from and to trucks and railcars and carry materials
Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment maintenance as required
Operate a forklift and skid steer
Assist with plant outages and shutdowns
Keep work areas clean, orderly, and safe
Fill in on shift operations jobs as needed
Assist with all production operations
Help establish a safety culture with team members
Approach every task with safety as the first work consideration
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must meet the age requirement
High School diploma or GED preferred
Must be able to push, pull, and physically lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to work in noisy, dusty, and otherwise undesirable conditions
Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 120 ft
Must be able to spend considerable periods on feet, including walking, standing, climbing steps, and climbing ladders
Must be able to use tools, shovel, and sweep
May be required to work while squatting, kneeling, or crawling
Must pass applicable pre-employment screenings if required, including drug, criminal, motor vehicle, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks
Must be available for a standard 8-4:30p Monday-Friday training schedule and potentially 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays

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
Disability benefits
Training provided for forklift and skid steer operation
Opportunities to grow into open union roles