Production Assistant

Ag Processing Inc a cooperative; David City (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer funded pension plan 401k

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) in David City, NE seeks a Production Assistant to support project development, recordkeeping, and cross-department coordination. You will help implement procedures, manage bids and change orders, and assist in capital planning.

Qualifications include a technical degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in related field, and strong communication skills. The role requires adherence to regulatory standards and safety guidelines in a solvent extraction environment.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years or equivalent in related field preferred.
• Knowledge of hazard communication standards, PSM, NFPA, OSHA, and EPA regulations as they pertain to solvent extraction plant operations.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of inventory control techniques.
• Experience supervising others or knowledge of supervisory techniques.
• Strong problem solving and cognitive thinking skills with sound decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse customers.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for project development and completion including PAR/Tech VAP write-ups, bids, budgets, contracts, scheduling, insurance, lien waivers and change orders.
• Monitor and maintain records for inspections.
• Coordinate project activities with all departments.
• Cover on-call rotation.
• Project management duties.
• Assist in developing Capital and Business Plans.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Hazard communication

Regulatory regs

Inventory control

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Technical degree

Equivalent experience

Job description

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is currently hiring for a Production Assistant at our facility in David City, NE. This person reports to and is under the general direction of the Soy Operations Manager. The position is responsible for the plant project and procedures, training when required, improving ergonomics and maximizing the efficiency of the facility.

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

Requirements

• Technical degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years or equivalent in related field is preferred
• Knowledge of hazard communication standards, PSM, NFPA, OSHA, and EPA regulations as they pertain to solvent extraction plant operations
• Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of inventory control techniques
• Experience supervising others or knowledge of supervisory techniques
• Strong problem solving and cognitive thinking skills along with ability to make sound decisions using information on hand
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to always maintain professionalism with diverse internal and external customers
• Proven ability to maintain high level of organization and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for project development and completion including project PAR/Tech VAP write-up procedures, obtaining project bids, organizing schedule of values, budgets, writing contracts, project scheduling, tracking insurance accords, lien waivers, performance bonds, retainage forms, and change orders.
• Monitor and maintain records for inspections
• Work closely and communicate with all departments to coordinate project activities
• Cover "on call" rotation
• Project management
• Assist in developing the Capital and Business Plans

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.

Benefits

• 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

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.

Additional Benefits

• 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