Stack Off- 1st shift Pack Out Acorn

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Paid time off

Medical coverage (subsidized)

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Stack Off at our Acorn Facility for a full-time, on-site position. You will lift, carry, stack, and move product and materials to support production and maintain workflow.

The role requires repeated lifting of 45–75 pounds and stacking pallets up to 10 high while adhering to safety, PPE, and process standards. This on-site role offers growth opportunities within a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to repeatedly lift 45-75 pounds during the shift.
• Ability to safely and accurately stack pallets up to 10 high while maintaining stability.
• Perform continuous physical tasks including lifting, bending, carrying, reaching, and stacking.
• Work in a fast-paced production environment following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move product, boxes, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Stack pallets up to 10 high with stability.
• Support production flow by moving and organizing materials.
• Follow all safety requirements and use PPE.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures where applicable.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Learn and perform general labor duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifting 45-75 lbs

Pallet stacking

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

General labor

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Stack Off

Compensation: $18.25/hr.

Department: Pack Out

Reports To: Pack Out Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Acorn Facility

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Shift / Schedule: Full-time

Travel Requirements: N/A

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The Stack Off position is responsible for supporting production operations by lifting, carrying, stacking, and moving product, boxes, materials, and equipment as needed throughout the plant. This role helps ensure product is handled safely, pallets are stacked properly, and production areas are supported based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lift 45 to 75 pounds repeatedly as part of daily production duties.
• Stack pallets up to 10 high while maintaining stability and safety.
• Perform repeated lifting, bending, carrying, and stacking tasks.
• Work throughout various departments to assist where needed.
• Support production flow by moving, stacking, and organizing product, boxes, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Follow all safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment.
• Prevent and report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, or safety concerns.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related requirements as applicable.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow company policies, department procedures, and production standards.
• Learn and perform general labor duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth.
• Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and 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

• Ability to repeatedly lift and move products weighing 45 to 75 pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely and accurately stack pallets up to 10 pallets high while maintaining product stability and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to perform continuous physical tasks, including lifting, bending, carrying, reaching, and stacking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related production, manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, warehouse, palletizing, or general labor experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience stacking pallets, handling materials, or moving product in a production or warehouse setting.
• Willingness to work in different production areas based on business needs.
• New team members must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility 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 poultry production environment and may involve supporting multiple departments based on business needs. Team members may work in varying temperatures, wet or humid conditions, elevated noise levels, and around dust, food-processing chemicals, and moving equipment. Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and regularly lifting and moving materials weighing 45 to 75 pounds. Required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing and eye protection, hair nets, and beard nets, must be worn as applicable. This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.

Recruiter and Agency Disclaimer

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted by staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms to any Farmer Focus employee without a current written agreement and an active, role‑specific request from the Recruiting team will be considered the property of Farmer Focus. Farmer Focus will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume or candidate profile. All external recruiters and agency partners supporting Farmer Focus searches must comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including compensation transparency requirements and restrictions on seeking salary history where applicable.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm‑level decision‑making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded in servant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality. At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better. EOE, including disability/vets Farmer Focus is a company dedicated to people, the farmers who grow for us and our team members who work in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities.Whether a general laborer on our breast debone line or an executive, we are committed to creating a workplace that values all our people and offers everyone a chance to grow and thrive.We operate from our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. We plan our work schedules to avoid most Saturday work.We do not run production on Sundays. Join us in our mission to protect generational family farms. We look forward to working with you!

Farmer Focus es una empresa dedicada a las personas, los granjeros que crían para nosotros y a los miembros del equipo que trabajan en nuestras instalaciones con tecnología de última generación. Ya sea usted un trabajador general de nuestra línea de pechuga o un ejecutivo, estamos comprometidos a crear un lugar de trabajo que valore a nuestra gente y ofrezca a todos la oportunidad de crecer y prosperar. Operamos en base a nuestros valores Farmer Focus CARES: Comunidad, Responsabilidad, Respeto, Excelencia y Mayordomía. Mayormente planificamos nuestros horarios evitando trabajar los sábados. No realizamos producción los domingos. Únase a nosotros en nuestra misión de proteger las granjas familiares generacionales. ¡Esperamos trabajar con usted!