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Plant Operator II - Garretson, SD

Wilbur-Ellis Company
United States, South Dakota, Garretson
110 Railroad Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 05, 2026

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Role Overview:

As an Agriculture Plant Operator II, you'll work in all aspects of plant and warehouse operations including stocking and retrieving packages and bulk containers, driving a forklift, and general housekeeping. The role requires strong mechanical ability and aptitude.

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:

  • Assist with the movement of bulk fertilizer on trucks and railcars.

  • Maintain facility cleanliness and upkeep.

  • Assist with repair, maintenance, and safety issues on all facility equipment.

  • Safely operate equipment, including railcar mover, front-end loader, and forklift.

  • Wear proper PPE (safety equipment) provided on the job site.

  • Report any damage or issues with equipment to management.

  • Complete required training and attend required safety meetings.

What You Bring to the Role:

  • 2+ years of experience

  • Ability to frequently climb ladders, work from heights, and lift or move up to 50 lbs. while working in a non-climate controlled and often dusty environment

  • Good math and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments

  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

  • Willingness to work overtime hours during busy seasons

  • High school diploma or equivalent

What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • You have a high level of integrity and always maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude

  • You're on-time and prepared for work

  • You enjoy a variety of job duties and responsibilities

  • You have excellent interpersonal skills

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The base compensation for this position ranges from $19.61 to $21.01per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.

  • This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

NACHURS ALPINE SOLUTIONS is a Wilbur-Ellis business.

For over 70 years, Nachurs Alpine Solutions has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 - formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border. Our liquid fertilizers are marketed under the ALPINE brand and NACHURS brands in North America. The New Ag Markets Business Unit sells liquid fertilizer into turf, specialty, international, and private label markets. Products sold in the oil and gas markets, transportation and mining markets, and industrial chemical markets are all sold under the NASi brand. Nachurs Alpine Solutions has manufacturing plants located in Garretson, SD, Marion, OH, Corydon, IN, Red Oak, IA, St. Gabriel, LA, New Hamburg, ON and Belle Plaine, SK.

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