Office Assistant

Summary

Ready to start your career in agriculture? 

CHS, Inc is in search for a Office Assistant to join our agronomy team in Newark, IL! 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

• Complete general administrative duties on time with high quality.
• Answer incoming phone calls, greet and assist visitors, and direct patrons to appropriate personnel.
• Set up customer contracts, process invoices, transfer documents and perform accurate data entry into various systems.
• Collect direct payments, reconcile credit card receipts, and prepare deposits.
• 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.
• Schedule meetings, arrange facilities, logistics and catering and distribute meeting information.
• Assist in preparing presentations, organizational charts, phone lists, etc.
• Provide clear communication with location managers, board members, and patrons.
• Manage multiple projects and 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)

• 1+ years of experience in Office and Facilities Services
• 1+ years of experience in Administrative Support
• High School diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Basic math skills
• 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

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