Material Handler

AGP Ag Processing Inc; Emmetsburg (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with advancement

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training and career development

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking motivated individuals to join as Material Handler. Training provided; no experience required. You will unload railcars and trucks, perform quality control tests, and operate industrial equipment while following safety procedures.

This role is a stepping stone to Operator, Lead, or Supervisor positions. We emphasize reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn in a hands‑on, outdoor industrial environment with rotating shifts, weekend work, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (training provided).
• Ability to follow rules, procedures, and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Unload tank railcars and trucks safely and efficiently.
• Perform quality control testing on materials.
• Operate industrial equipment.
• Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies.
• Work closely with team members to support daily operations.

Skills

Initiative

Dependable

Attention to detail

Team player

Willing to learn

Follow safety rules

Reading skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

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. No experience is required - we provide the training. What matters most is reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

As a Material Handler, you’ll learn the foundation of our operation by safely unloading railcars and trucks while working alongside experienced team members. You’ll also gain hands‑on experience operating industrial equipment and performing quality control tasks that help keep our operation running safely and efficiently.

This role is often the first step toward becoming an Operator, Lead, or Supervisor.

What You’ll Learn & Do

• Unload tank railcars and trucks safely and efficiently

• Perform quality control testing on materials

• Operate industrial equipment including:

• Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies

• Work closely with team members to support daily operations

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Take initiative and work efficiently

• Are dependable and motivated to perform at a high level

• Have a strong attention to detail

• Work well as part of a team

• Are willing to learn new skills and responsibilities

• Can understand and follow rules, procedures, and safety policies

• Have basic reading, math, and communication skills

Minimum Requirements

• At least 18 years old

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (training provided)

• Ability to:

Work Environment

This is a hands-on industrial position. Candidates should be comfortable:

• Working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Working around grain dust and industrial equipment

• Climbing railcars, ladders, stairs up to 120 feet high

• Working rotating 10-12 hour shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Typical schedule:

• Rotating swing shifts (example: 7a-7p / 7p-7a)

• Multiple consecutive workdays followed by multiple days off

Career Growth Opportunities

Many of our Operators and Supervisors started in entry-level positions like this one. Employees who demonstrate initiative, reliability, and leadership can advance into:

• Operator roles

• Specialized equipment operations

• Maintenance support roles

• Leadership and supervisory positions

Employees who demonstrate strong performance and attendance often advance into Operator positions within 12-24 months.

Backgrounds That Translate Well

People with experience in these areas often succeed in this role:

• Farm hand
• warehouse
• manufacturing
• construction
• maintenance
• lawn care
• machine operation
• grain handling
• labor
• utilities

Why Employees Stay

We offer industry-leading benefits and long-term stability, including:

• 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.