Machine Operator Ossid AT- Day Shift

Foster Farms; Kelso, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FSA

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Foster Farms is seeking production team members to operate and adjust packaging and processing machines, ensuring smooth product flow and clean, safe work areas. The role requires attention to machine settings, proper adjustments, and adherence to safety protocols in a wet, cool plant environment.

The position offers a starting pay rate of $21.45 per hour plus attendance premium and swing/night shift premiums, with a longevity premium after one year.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.
• Able to work in a wet and cool environment with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated dependability with regard to safety and attendance.
• Physically capable of lifting 50–80 lbs and standing 8–12 hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines before shift start and adjust for production type.
• Attend to and adjust machines to maintain product flow.
• Monitor machines for mis-cuts and notify maintenance of issues.
• Maintain housekeeping and assist plant personnel as needed.
• Support quality and food safety to meet USDA standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-motivated

Dependability

Safety awareness

Attendance

Physical stamina

Job description

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.

Pay rate $21.45 with Attendance Premium of $0.25 and Shift Premiums of $.50 and $1.00 for hours worked during swing and night shifts. Longevity premium of $0.25 after one year of service.

We offer our Team Members the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents.
• Voluntary benefits such as Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Group Accident Coverage, Group Critical Illness Coverage, Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care FSA and Dependent Daycare FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• College tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a Company-contribution of up to 4%.
• Vacation, sick, holiday, funeral, and jury duty pay.

Essential Job Functions:

• Set up machines prior to shift start-up, attend to the operation of these machines, and adjust as necessary for changes due to production type.
• Attend to and adjust machines during operation to ensure product flow through the machines.
• Monitor machines for any mis-cuts of product due to improper settings.
• Notify Maintenance Supervision of any machine malfunctions or required repairs.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and assist other plant personnel in various areas of the plant as needed.
• Assist maintenance in repairs and overhauls.
• 90% - Attend to the operation of machines and equipment (e.g. leg processors, wrappers, CFS, PACMAC, STORK lines and DAYPAC) making required changes, adjustments and notifications as needed.
• 10% - additional functions to include assisting in other areas of the plant as required. Maintain safety, housekeeping, sanitation, and disease control requirements while performing job duties.
• Help maintain and improve quality and food safety to ensure compliance with company quality standards and USDA regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervision.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude, understanding, and ability to use mechanical type tools, such as wrenches and screw drivers.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a wet and cool environment with minimal supervision.
• Must have a demonstrated history of dependability, particularly with regard tosafety and attendance.
• Must be physically capable to perform job duties including, but not limited to lifting film rolls and containers weighting 50-80 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time (8-12 hours) on a concrete/metal grate floor.
• Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, hand motion, and twisting.
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts, overtime, non-standard work hours.
• Must submit resume for consideration.

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