Day-Shift Poultry Packaging Associate

Foster Farms; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in California is seeking a packaging/loader operator to support production on the ready-to-eat poultry line. You will lift, move, and inspect product, operate packaging equipment, and ensure cases are packed and sealed properly.

Day shift roles involve standing for long periods, following PPE requirements, and teamwork to meet production targets. This position offers an entry-level path in a large food manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, reach, handle objects with hands, stand, walk, climb, balance and stoop during shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing or loading poultry breasts or thighs on a conveyor or packaging machine.
• Weigh bags of product on a scale.
• Remove fat from turkey skin using air-powered blades.
• Form and load case boxes from cardboard pieces.
• Load bagged products into cases and seal cases with a tape dispenser.
• Place sealed packages on racks and handle racks up to 2000 lbs with assistance.
• Follow PPE requirements and wash containers with a pressure hose.

Skills

Physical ability

Job description

Foster Farms in California is seeking a packaging/loader operator to support production on the ready-to-eat poultry line. You will lift, move, and inspect product, operate packaging equipment, and ensure cases are packed and sealed properly.

Day shift roles involve standing for long periods, following PPE requirements, and teamwork to meet production targets. This position offers an entry-level path in a large food manufacturing company.