Maintenance Superintendent

Ag Processing Inc; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag Processing Inc is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Superintendent to lead our maintenance and instrumentation operations in Sheldon, IA. This role focuses on mentoring staff, solving problems, and keeping equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently.

You will oversee daily maintenance, train personnel, manage work orders, and support plant goals. A technical background with leadership experience is essential to drive improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance and supervisory experience required or preferred.
• Experience in soy processing or similar industrial processing is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles.
• Ability to operate industrial machinery, hand tools, and power tools.
• Proven ability to train, coach, and motivate employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance operations and maintain safe, organized, and productive facility.
• Lead and supervise maintenance department activities, including training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Assign and track work orders; ensure documentation and timely completion.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment for reliability.
• Manage warehouse inventory and purchase orders for parts and supplies.
• Utilize INFOR system to enter, track, and update work orders and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Prepare maintenance summaries, timesheets, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with operations and other departments to support plant goals.
• Attend company meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Technical school or college degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is looking for a hands-on Maintenance Superintendent to lead our maintenance and instrumentation operations in Sheldon, IA. This is a key leadership role for someone who enjoys mentoring people, solving problems, and keeping equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently. If you’re looking to build a long-term career with a company that values teamwork and accountability, we’d love to talk with you.What You’ll DoAs Maintenance Superintendent, you’ll oversee daily maintenance operations while supporting a safe, organized, and productive facility.Lead and supervise daily maintenance department activities, including training, scheduling, work methods, and performance managementAssign and track work orders; ensure accurate documentation and timely completionInspect, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment to ensure reliable operationManage warehouse inventory, including purchase orders for parts and suppliesUtilize the INFOR system to enter, track, and update work orders and preventive maintenance schedulesParticipate on the Process Safety Management (PSM) Mechanical Integrity Team to promote safety and continuous improvementPrepare reports such as maintenance summaries, timesheets, and incident reportsCollaborate with operations and other departments to support plant goalsAttend company meetings and perform other duties as assignedWhat We’re Looking ForEducation:Technical school or college degree preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience:2+ years of maintenance and supervisory experience preferredSoy processing or similar industrial processing experience is a plusTechnical Skills:Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical principlesAbility to operate industrial machinery, hand tools, and power toolsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; AutoCAD experience preferredLeadership & Work Style:Proven ability to train, coach, and motivate employeesStrong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skillsEffective communicator with a professional, respectful approachTeam-oriented and comfortable working with diverse groupsFlexible and able to prioritize multiple urgent requestsWhy Join Us?Stable, local opportunity in Sheldon, IALeadership role with real influence on plant performance and safetyFast-paced, positive work environmentOpportunity to grow your skills and career in an essential operationIf you’re a motivated maintenance leader who takes pride in developing people and keeping operations running smoothly, we encourage you to apply.AGP is a cooperatively-owned agribusiness engaged in procuring, processing, marketing, and transporting of oilseeds, grains, and related products. Since our creation in 1983, AGP has grown to become the largest soybean processing cooperative in the world and has a diverse set of products including renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, Ag products/grain, and international operations. AGP values its employees by offering competitive pay and a compensation package that includes:100% employer funded pension plan401k (Roth and traditional options) with a company matchHealth, dental and vision insuranceLife, long-term and short-term disability insuranceHealth savings account, medical and dependent care flex spending accountsPaid time offAg Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.