Material Handler

AGP Ag Processing Inc•Sergeant Bluff, IA

18d

About The Position

Ag Processing Inc. (AGP) is hiring a Material Handler to support its industrial operations. No prior experience is required; training is provided. The role involves safely unloading tank railcars and trucks, performing quality control testing on materials, and operating industrial and material-handling equipment. Material Handlers follow plant safety procedures and operational policies and work with team members to support daily operations. This entry-level role can lead to advancement into Operator, specialized equipment, maintenance support, and leadership or supervisory positions. Employees with strong performance and attendance often advance into Operator roles within 12–24 months. This is a hands-on industrial position involving work outdoors in all weather conditions and around grain dust and industrial equipment. The role requires climbing railcars, ladders, and stairs up to 120 feet high. Employees work rotating 10–12-hour swing shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. A typical schedule alternates between shifts such as 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with multiple consecutive workdays followed by multiple days off.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a valid driver’s license.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Be able to safely operate material-handling equipment; training is provided.
Be able to carry 50 pounds, lift up to 65 pounds, and push or pull up to 120 pounds.
Have basic reading, math, and communication skills.
Be able to understand and follow rules, procedures, and safety policies.
Demonstrate reliability, initiative, motivation, attention to detail, efficiency, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and around grain dust and industrial equipment.
Be able to climb railcars, ladders, and stairs up to 120 feet high.
Be available for rotating 10–12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience in farming, warehouse work, 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 or track-mobile engines, and other material-handling equipment.
Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies.
Work with team members to support daily operations.