Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:                                                                                                                    

1.  Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on all further processing equipment throughout the area, including, but not limited to: Multivac machines, Wolftec Injectors, Brine mixers, Nitrogen refrigeration systems, Frigoscandia spiral freezer, Ishida scales and associated equipment, mechanical conveying equipment, electronic label printers, computers, vacuum packaging machines, Box making/sealing equipments, metal detectors, plumbing, pneumatics, welding, reading blue prints and schematics.

2.  Generate work orders, store requisitions, report deficiencies.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

1.  Must have five years experience in poultry processing maintenance or related field.

2.  Must be able to troubleshoot and make “on the spot” corrections to emergency situations.

3.  Must be able to weld, arc and heli-arc, and use cutting torch.

4.  Must have good written and oral communication skills, in English.

5.  Must be self-motivated and able to work with a minimum of supervision.

6.  Must be able to lift 50 pounds

7.  Must be able to work from ladder, safely.

8.  A mechanical test will be administered and utilized to determine the skill level.

9.  Must be able to work rotating shifts, and weekends as required

10. Must be willing to cross train in processing maintenance area.

11. Must be able to stand for prolong period of time (8-10 hrs) on a concrete/metal grate floor.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.