Boiler Operator

Ag Processing Inc; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Clothing and boot allowance

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Job summary

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking motivated individuals to operate and maintain boiler and plant equipment, manage inventories, and ensure safe, compliant processes.

Responsibilities include reading gauges, performing routine maintenance, and preparing for annual inspections. The role requires safety awareness, teamwork, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Safety-conscious with knowledge of safety precautions and procedures including emergency startup and shutdown.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Hazard Communications Standard and PSM.
• Skill in watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machinery is working correctly.
• Skill in operating a forklift, pallet jack and material handling equipment.
• Mathematical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple work assignments.
• Excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills.
• Team player.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the boiler and plant ancillary equipment in an energy and cost-effective manner.
• Maintain supplies and inventory and perform general housekeeping to ensure efficient workflow. Use forklift, bobcat, or similar equipment for transfer of chemicals and sanitation.
• Sample, mix, and maintain proper chemical balances of boiler. Check release of chlorine into outside sources to ensure within tolerance of federal, state and/or local ordinances
• Read, record, test, and document information from gauges, meters, charts and testing of various equipment to ensure temperature and pressures are within established parameters.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment as required.
• Test emergency equipment and prepare boiler for annual inspection

Skills

Gauges & meters reading

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Looking for more than just a job? Start a career with long-term growth, strong pay progression, and real advancement opportunities. Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking motivated individuals who want to build a future in a stable, essential industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the boiler and plant ancillary equipment in an energy and cost-effective manner.
• Maintain supplies and inventory and perform general housekeeping functions to ensure an efficient workflow. Use forklift, bobcat, or similar equipment for the transfer of chemicals and sanitation.
• Sample, mix, and maintain proper chemical balances of boiler. Check release of chlorine into outside sources to ensure within tolerance of federal, state and/or local ordinances
• Read, record, test, and document information from gauges, meters, charts and testing of various equipment to ensure temperature and pressures are within established parameters.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment as required.
• Test emergency equipment and prepare boiler for annual inspection

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Safety conscientious with the knowledge of safety precautions and procedures including emergency startup and shutdown.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Hazard Communications Standard and PSM.
• Skill in watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine or system is working properly.
• Skill in operating a forklift, pallet jack and material handling equipment.
• Mathematical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple work assignments.
• Excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Team player
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen

Why Employees Stay

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

Who We Are

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is a cooperative founded in 1983 that processes, sells and transports soybeans, grains, and related products. Our company has become one of the largest soybean processing cooperatives in the world and our plants process soybeans that can be used in a variety of products such as animal feed, vegetable oil, and fuels.