Maintenance Superintendent
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Business
Operations Management
Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is looking for a hands-on Maintenance Superintendent to lead our maintenance and instrumentation operations in Sheldon, IA. This is a key leadership role for someone who enjoys mentoring people, solving problems, and keeping equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently. If you're looking to build a long-term career with a company that values teamwork and accountability, we'd love to talk with you.
WhatYou'll Do
As Maintenance Superintendent, you'll oversee daily maintenance operations while supporting a safe, organized, and productive facility.
- Lead and supervise daily maintenance department activities, including training, scheduling, work methods, and performance management
- Assign and track work orders; ensure accurate documentation and timely completion
- Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment to ensure reliable operation
- Manage warehouse inventory, including purchase orders for parts and supplies
- Utilize the INFOR system to enter, track, and update work orders and preventive maintenance schedules
- Participate on the Process Safety Management (PSM) Mechanical Integrity Team to promote safety and continuous improvement
- Prepare reports such as maintenance summaries, timesheets, and incident reports
- Collaborate with operations and other departments to support plant goals
- Attend company meetings and perform other duties as assigned
Education:
Technical school or college degree preferred High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience:
2+ years of maintenance and supervisory experience preferred Soy processing or similar industrial processing experience is a plus
Technical
Skills:
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles Ability to operate industrial machinery, hand tools, and power tools Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
AutoCAD experience preferred
Leadership & Work Style:
- Proven ability to train, coach, and motivate employees
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
- Effective communicator with a professional, respectful approach
- Team-oriented and comfortable working with diverse groups
- Flexible and able to prioritize multiple urgent requests
Stable, local opportunity in Sheldon, IA
Leadership role with real influence on plant performance and safety
Fast-paced, positive work environment
Opportunity to grow your skills and career in an essential operation
AGP 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 to become the largest soybean processing cooperative in the world and has a diverse set of products including renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, Ag products/grain, and international operations.
- 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
AG Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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 Amino Plus®, a high-performance soy bypass protein product for the dairy industry.
- 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
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