Packaging Maintenance Tech-Swing Shift

Foster Farms; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 34,026 - 42,567; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

College tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Foster Farms is seeking a Maintenance Technician to manage routine maintenance on packaging equipment. This role involves diagnosing machinery issues and conducting preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Candidates must have three years of mechanical experience, two years in electronics, and be self-motivated.

The position offers a pay range of $24.70-$30.90, plus various benefits including medical insurance and a retirement plan. Ideal for talented individuals ready to troubleshoot and maintain essential machinery.

Qualifications

• Three years of mechanical training or experience in relevant equipment.
• Two years of basic electrical and electronics experience.
• Two years of experience in welding, cutting, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on packaging equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot packaging machinery issues.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns promptly.
• Collaborate to identify and correct recurring issues.
• Document maintenance activities as per company protocols.
• Assist in the installation of new packaging equipment.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and components.
• Adhere to safety protocols in maintenance activities.
• Provide training to production operators on equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Basic electrical and electronics

Welding and cutting processes

Self-motivated

Reading and writing in English

Job description

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.

Job Description

Pay range DOE $24.70-$30.90 with Attendance Premium of $0.25 and Shift Premiums of $0.50 and $1.00 for hours worked during swing and night shifts. Longevity premium of $0.25 after one year of service.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks on packaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with packaging machinery, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and implement effective solutions to minimize production disruptions.
• Collaborate with production staff to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
• Document maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and part replacements, in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new packaging equipment.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and equipment components, and reorder as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in all maintenance activities.
• Provide training and guidance to production operators on proper equipment usage and maintenance procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have three years of related mechanical experience and/or training in drives, conveyors, gearboxes, automated packaging systems, material handling and/or other similar equipment.
• Must have two years of basic electrical and electronics experience and/or training.
• Must have two years of experience with various types of welding, cutting and fabrication processes.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a wet, cool and sometimes unpleasant environment with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be able to read and write in English and have good math skills.