Propane Operations Supervisor

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

CHS is seeking a hands-on Propane Operations Supervisor to lead our propane operations facility in Purdy, Washington. This role is ideal for a proven leader who prioritizes safety, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations. The Supervisor will oversee a team of drivers, manage fleet operations and maintenance, and ensure the safe and efficient execution of all facility activities. Candidates should bring 3+ years of leadership experience and a demonstrated track record of successfully leading teams, developing employees, and driving operational performance. This position plays a critical role in maintaining inventory, coordinating dispatch and routing activities, supporting preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with all company and regulatory safety standards. The successful candidate will foster a strong safety culture, deliver consistent service to customers, and implement processes that promote efficiency, reliability, and continuous improvement. If you are a safety-focused leader who enjoys being on the floor, working alongside your team, and making a direct impact on operations, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a hands-on supervisor, overseeing all daily operations, performing facility operations and providing general work direction as needed to provide efficient, safe, and reliable service to patrons.

• Schedule production to meet plant requirements; products ordered, and current inventories.

• Supervise plant maintenance to ensure proper operation, repairs, and preventive maintenance requirements are met. Maintain proper record keeping logs.

• Oversee and manage inventories

• Manage a team of drivers, including routing, dispatch, and fleet maintenance.

• Enforce safety rules and administer all company and government regulations.

• Supervise team member training for job duties, safety, equipment requirements, and quality control to ensure proper functions of assigned duties.

• Evaluate and make recommendations to improve existing programs in safety and equipment maintenance to avoid breakdowns and hazards.

• 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 responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED

• 2+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations

Additional Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in a similar industry (propane, refined fuels, lubricants, etc.)

• Understanding of basic business principles of inventory management

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to motivate and lead team members

• Ability to work extended hours as needed to meet business needs

• experiencePre-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 stand, sit, twist, bend, lift up to 75lbs

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.

Benefits include 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 and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

If you live in Washington or are applying for a position in Washington, please review the information linked here.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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