Ranch Operations Associate — Field Ops & Growth

Foster Farms; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms is seeking a Field Operations team member to support day-to-day ranch activities at our California site. This on-site role involves feeding, sanitation, and equipment adjustments to ensure high-quality operations.

You will assist with the grow-out program, manage feed and inventory, and help uphold safety and animal welfare standards while coordinating with the Ranch Manager. This entry-level position includes evening and weekend shifts with pay differentials.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have good mathematical and organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift and move 75 pounds.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills (Basic English).
• Must be able to work as scheduled, including overtime, evenings, holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining day-to-day operations of the ranch and its fryers, including feeding, mortality removal, equipment adjustments, and sanitation.
• Assist with grow-out program to ensure proper ranch setup, brooding, temperatures, ventilation, mortality, vaccination, and medication.
• Coordinate feed deliveries, maintain accurate feed and fuel inventories, and ensure proper growing methods.
• Maintain facilities and equipment for optimal usage and appearance.
• Learn and assist with sanitation conditions and disease protection procedures.
• Report any problems to the Ranch Manager or Field Supervisor.

Skills

Self-motivation

Mathematical skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Overtime readiness

Job description

Foster Farms is seeking a Field Operations team member to support day-to-day ranch activities at our California site. This on-site role involves feeding, sanitation, and equipment adjustments to ensure high-quality operations.

You will assist with the grow-out program, manage feed and inventory, and help uphold safety and animal welfare standards while coordinating with the Ranch Manager. This entry-level position includes evening and weekend shifts with pay differentials.