Operations Manager

CHS Inc.

Operations Manager overseeing grain and agronomy operations at CHS in Sterling, ND. Ensuring compliance and efficiency in grain and fertilizer operations with a strong focus on safety.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeSterling • North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,700 - $119,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee grain and agronomy operations at the Sterling location, including the fertilizer plant and grain elevator
Manage day-to-day operations to provide customers with prompt, courteous, and effective service while meeting operational and divisional objectives
Lead, train, and support approximately six direct reports through clear work direction, performance feedback, and employee development
Oversee inventory management, product ordering, asset utilization, and operational readiness for grain and agronomy facilities
Manage fertilizer operations of approximately 20,000 tons annually, with the ability to support future growth and increased volume
Complete administrative responsibilities, including COUPA activity, inventory ordering, time-off approvals, and required operational documentation
Work alongside employees during peak seasons while responding to operational questions and customer needs in a timely and professional manner
Maintain effective communication with employees, customers, and leadership to support alignment on priorities, service expectations, and business needs
Promote and maintain a strong safety and compliance culture across the fertilizer plant and grain elevator by following policies, identifying hazards, and correcting unsafe conditions
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while supporting grain and agronomy operations, customer service, and overall location performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED
4+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing level of leadership responsibilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
wellness programs
life insurance
health and dependent care spending accounts
paid time off
401(k)
pension
profit sharing
short- and long-term disability
tuition reimbursement
adoption assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Operations ManagementInventory ManagementFertilizer OperationsAdministrative ResponsibilitiesPerformance Feedback

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationEmployee DevelopmentCustomer InteractionTime Management