Prep Operator

Ag Processing Inc; Dawson (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401k match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ag Processing Inc in Dawson, MN is hiring a prep operator to run production machinery, adjust controls, and observe equipment operation while collecting soybean samples and logging gauge readings.

You will maintain the work area, perform routine maintenance, assist with other duties, and work closely with coworkers and supervisors. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and pays $30.84 per hour, reflecting a stable, seniority-based manufacturing role.

Qualifications

• Forklift, pallet jack and material handling equipment operation.
• Basic math skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Organized and able to handle multiple priorities.
• Professional communication with coworkers and supervisors.
• Strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery, adjust controls and observe equipment operations.
• Collect soybean material samples at different locations using SOPs.
• Maintain log of gauge readings and shift production.
• Clean production area and perform periodic routine maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math basics

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision making

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety consciousness

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Ag Processing Inc is currently hiring for a prep operator in Dawson, MN! This position is responsible for the proper operation, record keeping, maintenance, and routine repair of machines for processing soy material.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery, adjust controls and observe equipment operations.
• Collect soybean material samples at different locations using standard operating procedures.
• Maintain log of gauge readings and shift production.
• Clean production area and perform periodic routine maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Can operate a forklift, pallet jack and material handling equipment
• Basic math skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Organized and able to handle multiple priorities at once
• Able to communicate and work professionally with co-workers, supervisors, and various business contacts.
• Sound decision making and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Team player and takes imitative
• Strong safety conscientiousness
• High school diploma or equivalent

Ag Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

Ag Processing Inc 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 in size, scope, and reputation – both in the U.S. and internationally.

Our company has become the largest soybean processing cooperative in the world and has a diverse set of products, which includes renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, ag products/grain, and international operations.

AGP values its employees by offering $30.84 an hour and a compensation package that includes:

• 100% employer funded pension plan
• 401k (Roth and traditional options) with a company match
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Health savings account, medical and dependent care flex spending accounts
• Paid time off

Thank you for your interest in a career with AGP!

AGP is a leading U.S. agribusiness with primary operations as a soybean processor/refiner producing and marketing soybean meal, refined soybean oil, and biodiesel.

Founded over 40 years ago, AGP has grown in size, scope, and reputation — both in the U.S. and internationally.

Today, AGP’s owners include local and regional cooperatives representing approximately 200,000 farmers throughout the U.S.

As one of the largest soybean processing cooperatives in the world, AGP operates 10 soybean plants in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and South Dakota, as well as four soybean oil refineries, and three biodiesel production facilities.

In addition to commodity-based products, AGP produces and markets AminoPlus®, a high-performance soy bypass protein product for the dairy industry.

AGP values its more than 1,100 employees by offering competitive pay and a benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer funded pension plan
• 401k retirement plan (Roth and Traditional options) with a company match
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Health savings account, medical and dependent care flex spending accounts
• Long term disability insurance & salary continuation
• Company paid life insurance
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Paid time off