Seasonal Office Assistant

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

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We are seeking a reliable and detail\-oriented Seasonal Office Assistant to support our Kennewick, WA location during our peak season from late June through early September. This position plays a key role in daily operations by receiving and processing paperwork from drivers, performing accurate data entry, answering incoming phone calls, and weighing trucks as they arrive and depart. The ideal candidate is organized, customer\-focused, and comfortable working in a fast\-paced office and yard environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and accuracy. The schedule runs Monday through Saturday, with shifts between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and flexibility is required to meet operational demands. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands\-on administrative experience in a seasonal role.Responsibilities

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• With supervision, complete general administrative duties on time with high quality.
• Answer incoming phone calls, greet and assist visitors, and direct patrons to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate truck freight schedules, weigh trucks and document information.
• Assemble and maintain files including accurately entering all information, keeping files updated and maintaining complete electronic file documentation.
• Order office supplies and maintain a clean office.
• Provide clear communication with location managers, board members, and patrons.
• Prioritize work to meet all required timelines.
• Maintain a full understanding of company products and services.
• Work with sensitive material and maintain highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

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• Knowledge of Office and Facilities Services
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• Knowledge of Administrative Support

Additional Qualifications

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• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Basic math skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business needs
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Farming background or agriculture/fertilizer experience, preferred
• Familiarity with accounting software, preferred
• 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

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• Ability to sit, stand, push, and pull frequently
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to speak frequently

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

This position is designated by CHS Inc. as a safety\-sensitive position pursuant to Washington law, RCW 49\.44\.240\. Please be advised that due to this designation (and notice to applicants of the same), the pre\-employment drug testing panel for this position will include marijuana and its metabolites.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to *chscareers@chsinc.com**; to verify that the communication is from CHS.*