Dryer Operator

Looking for more than just a job? Start a career with long‑term growth, real advancement opportunities, and an hourly pay of $27.65. 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.

• Compliance with all safety procedures.
• Operate the dryer to ensure proper bean moisture control.
• Provide routine cleaning of the grain dryer and surrounding areas.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Move materials from storage or work site to designated area, using hand truck, forklift, pallet jack, or other device.
• Maintain inventory, records, and location of equipment and materials moved.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Follow all company safety policies, food safety requirements (if applicable), and environmental regulations.
• Work collaboratively with team members and communicate production issues to supervisors.

• Take initiative and work efficiently.
• Be dependable and motivated to perform at a high level.
• Have a strong attention to detail.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be willing to learn new skills and responsibilities.
• Understand and follow rules, procedures, and safety policies.
• Have basic reading, math, and communication skills.

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

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 ladders and stairs up to 120 feet high, and working rotating 12‑hour shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Typical schedule:

rotating swing shifts (8a–8p / 8p–8a). Multiple consecutive workdays followed by multiple days off.

Many of our Supervisors started in an operator position like this one. Employees who demonstrate initiative, reliability, and leadership can advance into specialized equipment operations, maintenance support roles, and leadership and supervisory positions.

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

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.
• Paid training and career development.
• Long‑term disability insurance & salary continuation.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid time off.

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.

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 Amino Plus®, 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, 401(k) retirement plan (Roth and Traditional options) with a company match, health, dental and vision insurance, HSA, medical and dependent care flex spending accounts, long‑term disability insurance & salary continuation, company‑paid life insurance, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and paid time off.