Material Handler

Ag Processing Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Boot allowance

401(k) match

Pension plan

Medical benefits

Career development

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ag Processing Inc in David City, NE is seeking a Material Handler to unload railcars and trucks, perform quality control on materials, and operate various material handling equipment. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, with training provided and opportunities for advancement within the plant.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn new skills. This hands-on position involves long shifts, outdoor work in all weather, and working around grain dust

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (training provided)
• Carry 50 pounds, lift up to 65 pounds, push/pull up to 120 pounds

Responsibilities

• Unload tank railcars and trucks safely and efficiently
• Perform quality control testing on materials
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, drive switches, and other material handling equipment
• Follow plant safety procedures and operational policies
• Work closely with team members to support daily operations

Skills

Initiative

Dependable

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Drive switches

Track mobile engines

Other equipment

Job description

## Material HandlerApply: David City, NE - Soy: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: R-100492Looking 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: + Forklifts + Pallet jacks + Drive switches + Locomotive/track mobile engines + Other material handling equipment* 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: + Carry 50 pounds + Lift up to 65 pounds + Push/pull up to 120 pounds**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 holidaysTypical 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 positionsEmployees 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.