Operations Specialist

Operations Specialist

Location: St Hilaire, MN

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Right to Hire
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $19.00 $20.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (hours will vary as season picks up; overtime expected)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Apply today to join our dynamic team in St Hilaire, MN as an Operations Specialist. You'll play a crucial role in maintaining our operations and ensuring smooth day-to-day activities. You'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and make a significant impact on our business and the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations pertaining to commodities.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include bulk and/or packaged material.
• Control and monitor all load out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Conduct and properly record daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks including but not limited to lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in-use equipment looking for seeps and leaks of process equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Keep all work areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• 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.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Required Skills

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands

Preferred Skills

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (preferred)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
• 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.
• Overtime expected as season picks up

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-10719

Industry: Operations & Management