Scale Operator- Pack Out 2nd Shift Acorn

farmerfocus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

PTO and sick leave

Semi-subsidized medical coverage

Dental and vision plan options

401(k) plan with company match

Education reimbursement opportunities

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Internal learning and career growth

Job summary

Farmer Focus seeks a Scale Operator to ensure productivity and cost efficiency. You will lead a team, enforce food safety programs, and support employee development while adhering to company policies. This role requires accurate data entry, proper operation of scale and office equipment, and timely paperwork completion.

The position is on-site at the Acorn Facility, with a 2nd shift and potential overtime. Strong English reading and writing skills are essential, along with the ability to work

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• General mathematical ability required for basic calculations.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to operate production and office equipment including scale and 10-key calculator.

Responsibilities

• Ensure procedures are followed to maximize productivity and meet specifications.
• Direct and lead a team while enforcing company policies and food safety programs.
• Support performance, safety, and scheduling of staff.
• Enter data and operate production and office equipment as required.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Read and interpret paperwork in English; communicate clearly with supervisors.

Skills

Math skills

English literacy

Equipment operation

Team leadership

Tools

Scale

Office equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Scale Operator

Compensation : $18.25/hr.

Additional Compensation : $1.50 /hr. Shift Differential

De partment: Pack Out

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Acorn Facility

Work Arrangement: On-site

Shift / Schedule: 2nd

Travel Requirements: N/A

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

This role is primarily responsible for assuring that all procedures are followed to achieve the highest level of productivity in the most cost-efficient manner possible while maintaining customer specifications. The position directs and leads a team of employees, ensures compliance with food safety programs, enforces Farmer Focus policies, and supports employee performance, development, safety, and work scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Assure all procedures are followed to achieve high productivity in a cost-efficient manner while maintaining customer specifications.
• Direct and lead a team of employees while enforcing Farmer Focus policies and ensuring compliance with all food safety programs.
• Support employee performance development, safety, and work scheduling.
• Enter data using a keyboard and operate production and office equipment, including fax machine, copier, 10-key calculator, scale, computer, and email.
• Complete paperwork accurately, neatly, and on time.
• Read and understand English to identify items on paperwork.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, while conducting oneself with professionalism with supervisors and associates.
• Analyze and calculate data using basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Work assigned hours, including overtime and some weekends as required.
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency while effectively using time and resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• weekly payroll
• paid time off and sick leave
• semi -subsidized medical coverage
• dental and vision plan options
• a 401(k) plan with company match
• education reimbursement opportunities
• employee assistance programs (EAP)
• internal learning, development, and career growth programs

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• General mathematical ability required to perform the job, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to operate production equipment and office equipment, including computer, email, scale, copier, fax machine, and 10-key calculator.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately, neatly, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors and associates, verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work assigned days and shifts, including overtime and some weekends as required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
• New team members must be able to pass a drug and alcohol post- offer and prior to the start of their employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibili ty be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is performed in a production environment and may require the use of production equipment and office equipment. The role requires availability to work assigned hours, including overtime and some weekends as needed. Team members must follow applicable safety, food safety, quality, and company procedures while completing assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus's mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and