Foster Poultry Farms
Pay: $24-$36/hr
Shift: Full time
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About Foster Farms At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers. Essential Functions Pay Range: $23.50 to $35.50 per hour. (Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am). Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on all assigned packaging equipment throughout the Packaging Area. This includes but is not limited to: Ossid wrap machines, processors, tray de-nesters, baggers, padders, de-boning equipment, clip machines, strappers, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems (overhead, belt, chain, auger), plumbing systems (air, water, hydraulic), welding systems (arc, heli-arc, cutting torch). Also involves working with blueprints/schematics. Generate work orders; store requisitions and report all deficiencies in a timely manner. Successfully complete all training as required by the company and/or government regulations. Qualifications Prefer (5) years' experience in poultry processing maintenance or a related field. Must be able to troubleshoot effectively and perform on the spot corrections in emergency situations. Must be able to weld effectively (arc, heli-arc methods) and use a cutting torch proficiently. Must demonstrate good written and oral English language communications skills. Must be willing to cross-train in the Processing Maintenance area. Must be able to work rotating shifts and weekends as required. Candidates will be given a mechanical test to determine skill levels. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be trained in lock-out tag-out and safe work practices. Must be able to bend, stoop walk and stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to climb and work from ladders and in confined spaces safely. Must be able to work from high altitudes, catwalks and roofs. Must be able to lift over 50 pounds. Must be able to work on wet concrete floors. Must be able to work overtime, weekends and times dictated by production equipment requirements/needs. Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check. Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles Accountability: Deliver on commitments. Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team. Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility. Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset. Ownership: Take responsibility for results. Nimble: Operate with speed and agility. Why Join Foster Farms? This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.