Packaging Equipment Maintenance Technician

Foster Farms; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Foster Farms is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair and operate packaging equipment in our plant. You will troubleshoot issues, perform welding and fabrication, and ensure preventive maintenance to maximize reliability.

The role requires mechanical experience, basic electrical skills, and the ability to work in a wet, cool environment. Candidates should be able to read and write English, lift 50 lbs, and work varied shifts with appropriate safety practices.

Qualifications

• Three years of related mechanical experience in drives and packaging systems.
• Two years of basic electrical and electronics experience.
• Two years of welding, cutting and fabrication experience.
• Able to read and write English and have good math skills.
• Willing to work various shifts, overtime and non-standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and operate the plant's packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and breakdowns.
• Welding and fabrication as needed for repair and installation.
• Ensure proper lubrication and preventative maintenance for equipment.
• Maintain plant records; assist other plant personnel as needed.
• Perform duties safely with good housekeeping.

Skills

Mechanical experience

English literacy

Math skills

Safety awareness

Own tools

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Foster Farms is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair and operate packaging equipment in our plant. You will troubleshoot issues, perform welding and fabrication, and ensure preventive maintenance to maximize reliability.

The role requires mechanical experience, basic electrical skills, and the ability to work in a wet, cool environment. Candidates should be able to read and write English, lift 50 lbs, and work varied shifts with appropriate safety practices.