Office Assistant

Summary

Ready to start your career in agriculture? 

CHS, Inc is in search for a Office Assistant to join our grain team in Haxtun, CO! This position will provide support focusing on data entry, customer service, and product management. As a major buyer and trader of grains and oilseeds, CHS moves more than two billion bushels annually through its network of river, rail and export terminals. This position will report onsite M-F from 7am-3pm, offers competitive pay, and the opportunity to be part of our global impact in agriculture. Apply today! 

Responsibilities

• Performs general administrative duties as directed or needed.
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize work to meet all required timelines.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Generate correspondence and other documentation.
• Establish, build and maintain relationships with other administrative staff providing back-up functions.
• Perform various administrative duties and complete special projects or other work as needed to support the various departments and employees.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality working with employee records and information.
• Maintain 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.
• Generate operational or accounting reports for management review. 
• Provide excellent customer service in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Greet and direct visitors, respond to routine questions and provide general information. Display professionalism to create a positive first impression.
• Direct incoming calls or messages to proper location.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Administrative Assistance and Support
• High School diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Proficient with telephone systems, fax machines, postage machines and copiers
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure materials
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• 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 sit, stand, push, and pull frequently
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to speak frequently