Material Handler

AGP Ag Processing Inc • Aberdeen, SD

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About The Position

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking motivated individuals for an entry-level Material Handler role in its soybean and grain processing operations. No prior experience is required; training is provided. The position offers a pathway to long-term career growth and advancement into Operator, Lead, Supervisor, specialized equipment operation, and maintenance support roles. Strong-performing employees with good attendance often advance to Operator positions within 12–24 months.

Material Handlers safely unload tank railcars and trucks, perform quality control testing on materials, operate industrial and material-handling equipment, and follow plant safety procedures and operational policies. They work closely with team members to support daily operations.

This is a hands-on industrial position involving outdoor work in all weather, grain dust, industrial equipment, and climbing railcars, ladders, and stairs up to 120 feet high. Employees work rotating 10–12 hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. A typical schedule is rotating swing 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.
• Be dependable, motivated, attentive to detail, willing to learn, able to work efficiently, and able to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

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

Benefits

• Competitive pay with advancement opportunities.
• Clothing and boot allowance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Roth and Traditional options and a company match.
• 100% employer-funded pension plan.
• No-wait medical benefits.
• Paid training and career development.
• Long-term disability insurance and salary continuation.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED