Packer - Plant 2 (Nights)

Foster Farms; Livingston (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms is hiring for entry-level roles in its poultry processing and packaging facilities in California. The position offers a base pay of $20.00 per hour plus overtime premiums for evening and overnight hours, with total earning potential including premium shift differentials.

The job is performed indoors in a cold environment with PPE required. Applicants should be prepared for standing, repetitive tasks and heavy lifting, and must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Standing eight hours or more on a concrete floor.
• Must be able to perform rapid and repetitive movement and grasping of the hand.
• Must be able to work in a cold, damp environment.
• Many positions require lifting up to 85 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 85 pounds.
• Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Work indoors in a poultry processing/packaging environment with varying temperatures.
• Operate in large refrigerators or freezers with high humidity.
• Wear PPE including bump caps, hairnets, gloves, and protective gear.
• Tools used vary by placement of the worker.
• Refer to the essential function for the specific job.
• Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Skills

Standing 8 hours

Repetitive motion

Cold environment

Heavy lifting

Push/pull

Background check

Teamwork

Growth mindset

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.

Essential Functions

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am).

• Performed indoors in a poultry processing/packaging environment. Temperature levels will vary depending on where in the facility the worker is stationed. Some work is performed in.


• Large refrigerators or freezers and the temperature is much lower in these areas. Due to the use water during the sanitation of equipment and processing operations the humidity and overall moisture levels are high in most indoor processing areas.


• All workers are required to wear the appropriate PPE needed to perform the duties of their respective position. This may include but is not limited to bump caps, hairnets, rubber boots, ear protection, protective gloves, and eye protection.


• Tools used in this position will vary depending on the placement of the worker.


• See the Essential function for the individual job that the individual will be place in or is currently working in for a better description.


• Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Qualifications

• Most positions require standing eight (8) hours or more on a concrete floor.


• Must be able to perform rapid and repetitive movement and grasping of thehand.


• Must be able to work in a cold, damp environment.


• Many positions required lifting up to 85 pounds on a frequent basis.


• Must be able to push/pull up to 85 pounds.


• Some positions require repeated bending and stooping.


• Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check.


• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.


• Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.


• Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.


• Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.


• Ownership: Take responsibility for results.


• Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.

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