Operations Specialist

Description

CSS Farms, a multi-state agricultural business, strives to provide innovative solutions and superior quality and service to our customers. We proudly and relentlessly continue to meet the highest standards of stewardship when it comes to the three things we value most: our land, our employees, and our communities.

We are a team-oriented company with a high trust, entrepreneurial culture. We value our employees’ opinions, we have a strong work ethic, and are focused on growing great vegetables and developing our operations profitably. People who are most successful at CSS Farms are energetic, self-directed, and pragmatic.

Position Summary

The Operations Specialist will provide oversite of the grading lines and crew by assuring the lines are running properly, load schedules are met, and work is being performed safely.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Coordinate load schedules with the Storage Manager.

Communicate effectively and clearly to freight brokers and customers.

Complete proper shipping paperwork and shipment tracking in inventory system (Fusion).

Assist with potato quality management and communication of quality specification to meet customer service requirements.

Provide oversite in the process of grading and shipping potatoes.

Lead the grading line crew to execute daily work safely and effectively.

Lead grading line crew to execute cleaning and disinfecting protocols.

Provide maintenance assistance when needed to ensure grading line equipment is operating effectively.

Coordinate with Storage Manager and walk bins weekly to conduct storage bin quality checks.

Assist in analyzing storage control data and help maximize crop quantity and quality in collaboration with Farm Manager, Storage Manager and Agronomist

Operate equipment including but not limited to pilers, loaders, skid steers, and forklifts.

Provide department coverage for the Storage Managers during their off time.

Perform other general farm responsibilities with team as directed by Farm Manager & Storage Manager.

Physical Demands

Regularly handling objects of up to 65 lbs.

Walking and working outdoors in the elements, along with working indoors in a cold storage environment.

Ability to bend, squat, twist, and crouch to achieve angles and positions required to perform various repairs.

Standing for extended periods of time.

Desired Qualifications

2 years’ experience working on or leading agricultural grading lines.

Previous experience following shipping schedules.

Previous experience working with potatoes or other vegetable crops.

2 years’ experience in potato storage.

A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one as well as pass vehicle insurance verification.

Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and communicate well.

Self-directed, yet consensus driven, with the ability to implement solutions with team input.

Work Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Benefits

Market competitive salary

Healthcare, Dental and Vision coverage as outlined in the company benefits overview.

Flex spending account for out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Company matched 401(k) plan options.

Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance.

A paid time off package.

Pay

From $20/hr

AAP/EEO Statement

CSS Farms provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CSS Farms complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

CSS Farms expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.