Mash Prep Operators

Innovative Ag Services; Steamboat Rock (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Pine Lake Corn Processors (PLCP), a subsidiary of Innovative Ag Services, seeks a Mash Prep Operator at the Pine Lake Facility in Steamboat Rock, IA to safely operate and maintain mash prep equipment and to collect production samples for quality control. This role follows a 2-2-3 rotating 12-hour shift schedule (Day 7:00–19:00; Night 19:00–07:00).

Starting wage is $22/hour with potential to rise to $24/hour after assessed performance; benefits include pension, 401(k), health/dental/vision

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial process equipment preferred.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate, monitor, clean, and maintain mash prep equipment.
• Collect and analyze production and process samples to verify quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Assist with general equipment operation and routine maintenance.
• Participate in safety trainings and adhere to policies.

Skills

Safety-minded

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Basic math

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Mash prep equipment

Job description

Mash Prep Operator

Location: Pine Lake Facility - Steamboat Rock, IA

Company: Pine Lake Corn Processors (PLCP), a subsidiary of Innovative Ag Services

Status: Full-Time

Overview

Pine Lake Corn Processors (PLCP) is seeking a dedicated Mash Prep Operator to join our growing operation in Central Iowa’s ag processing industry. If you are safety-minded, mechanically inclined, and take pride in maintaining high operational standards, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage of $22/hour.
• Opportunity to increase to $24/hour upon successful job performance and demonstrated ability to independently operate mash prep equipment.
• Pension Plan.
• 401(k).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Primary Objective

The Mash Prep Operator is responsible for the safe operation, cleaning, and maintenance of process equipment, as well as the collection and analysis of production samples to support efficient and high-quality plant operations.

Major Accountabilities

• Safely operate, monitor, clean, and maintain process equipment.
• Collect and analyze production and process samples to verify quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and warehouse environment.
• Assist with general equipment operation, facility upkeep, and routine maintenance.
• Participate in required safety training and ongoing job-related development.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and conduct standards.
• Represent PLCP professionally within the workplace and community.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Demonstrate reliability through consistent attendance and punctuality.

Work Schedule

This position follows a 2-2-3 rotating schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts. Shifts rotate every 28 days between Day Shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). Overtime is welcome and encouraged.

Example Rotation (Weeks 1-4 Day Shift / Weeks 5-8 Night Shift)

• Week 1: Sunday-Wednesday-Thursday (36 hrs.)
• Week 2: Monday-Tuesday-Friday-Saturday (48 hrs.)
• Week 3: Sunday-Wednesday-Thursday (36 hrs.)
• Week 4: Monday-Tuesday-Friday-Saturday (48 hrs.)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates strong initiative, effort, and commitment to completing work efficiently and accurately.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized, adapt to change, and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic math skills for routine operational requirements.
• Able to work safely in elevated or challenging environments (e.g., catwalks, confined spaces).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
• Requires core strength and stability to perform physical tasks over time.
• Possible exposure to agricultural environments, outdoor conditions, and ag products.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Tasks and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs.