Material Handler

AGP•Sergeant Bluff, IA

17d

About The Position

Ag Processing Inc. (AGP) is seeking a motivated Material Handler for a hands-on role in an essential industrial operation. No prior experience is required, and training is provided. The position provides experience unloading railcars and trucks, conducting quality-control tasks, and operating industrial equipment while working with experienced team members. It can serve as a starting point for advancement to Operator, Lead, or Supervisor roles. Employees demonstrating strong performance and attendance may advance to Operator positions within 12–24 months. The work is performed in an industrial environment and includes working outdoors in all weather, around grain dust and industrial equipment, and climbing railcars, ladders, and stairs up to 120 feet high. The schedule consists of rotating 10–12-hour swing shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. An example rotation is 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with multiple consecutive workdays followed by multiple days off.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment; training is provided.
Ability to carry 50 pounds, lift up to 65 pounds, and push or pull up to 120 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and around grain dust and industrial equipment.
Ability to climb railcars, ladders, and stairs up to 120 feet high.
Ability to work rotating 10–12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Basic reading, math, and communication skills.
Ability to understand and follow rules, procedures, and safety policies.
Dependability, motivation, initiative, attention to detail, teamwork, and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience in farm work, warehousing, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, lawn care, machine operation, grain handling, labor, or utilities.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently unload tank railcars and trucks.
Perform quality-control testing on materials.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, drive switches, locomotive/track mobile engines, and other material-handling equipment.
Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies.
Work with team members to support daily operations.