Material Handler

AGP • Aberdeen, SD

12d

About The Position

Ag Processing Inc. (AGP) is hiring a Material Handler for a hands-on industrial role that supports plant operations. The role involves safely unloading tank railcars and trucks, conducting quality control testing on materials, and operating industrial material-handling equipment. Training is provided, and no prior experience is required. This position can provide a pathway to Operator, Lead, or Supervisor roles; employees with strong performance and attendance often advance to Operator positions within 12–24 months.

The work takes place in an industrial environment and includes outdoor work in all weather, exposure to grain dust and industrial equipment, and 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 may alternate between 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.
• 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 reliable, motivated, proactive, attentive to detail, and able to work as part of a team.
• Be willing to learn new skills and responsibilities and able to understand and follow rules, procedures, and safety policies.
• Have basic reading, math, and communication skills.

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 or track mobile engines, and other material-handling equipment.
• Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies.
• Work 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