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Material Handler

Sergeant Bluff, IA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Sanitation

Eagle Grove, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Ag Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is a cooperative that processes, sells and transports soybeans, grains, and related products.

Ag Processing, Inc.

IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Ag Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is a cooperative that processes, sells and transports soybeans, grains, and related products.

Ag Processing

Material Handler

Algona, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

IA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Material Handler

Eagle Grove, IA

$15 - $18.25/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Material Handler

Mason City, IA

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Material Handler

Mason City, IA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Material Handler

Sergeant Bluff, IA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Material Handler

Sergeant Bluff, IA

$17 - $20.75/hr

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 ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Utility

Sergeant Bluff, IA · On-site

Ag Processing Inc is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals to join our team as a Utility Technician at our Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, facility. This is a great opportunity to start a long-term ...

Ag Processing, Inc.

Utility

Sergeant Bluff, IA · On-site

Ag Processing Inc is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals to join our team as a Utility Technician at our Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, facility. This is a great opportunity to start a long-term ...

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How much do ag processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for ag processing in Iowa is $23.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $27.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ag Processing vs Grain Elevator Worker?

AspectAg ProcessingGrain Elevator Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require technical trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training often provided
Work EnvironmentProcessing plants, manufacturing facilities, industrial settingsGrain elevators, storage facilities, agricultural sites
Industry UsageFood processing, agricultural cooperatives, grain companiesAgricultural supply chain, grain storage and handling

Ag Processing and Grain Elevator Worker roles both operate within the agricultural industry, but Ag Processing typically involves working in processing plants with a focus on food production, while Grain Elevator Workers handle storage and transportation of grains. Both roles require similar credentials and are essential to the agricultural supply chain.

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Infographic showing various Ag Processing job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,768 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Material Handler

Ag Processing

Sergeant Bluff, IA • On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

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Re-posted 26 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Career Opportunity At Ag Processing Inc (AGP)

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:
    • 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 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.

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