Tank & Pallet Jack Operator (Food Plant)

Foster Farms; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in California’s Turlock area is seeking a day-shift Team Member. Pay rate is $17.30 per hour. The role involves monitoring tank weights, operating a pallet jack, and lifting heavy loads, while ensuring quality and food safety standards are met.

The position supports production goals and requires standing for long periods in a wet, cool environment. Responsibilities include moving tanks, supplying materials, and performing equipment checks.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Must wear required PPE for work area.
• Must be able to work in a wet and cold environment.
• Must be able to tolerate repetitive hand and arm motions.
• Moving tanks of product to different location.
• Supplying materials as needed.
• Checking equipment to be in good condition.
• Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check and drug test.
• Must be able to lift, carry and push up to 60 pounds repetitively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the weight of the tanks and operate the pallet jack, lifting 40–50 pounds and moving tanks.
• Assist in maintaining and improving quality and food safety to meet company standards and USDA requirements.

Skills

Stamina

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Foster Farms in California’s Turlock area is seeking a day-shift Team Member. Pay rate is $17.30 per hour. The role involves monitoring tank weights, operating a pallet jack, and lifting heavy loads, while ensuring quality and food safety standards are met.

The position supports production goals and requires standing for long periods in a wet, cool environment. Responsibilities include moving tanks, supplying materials, and performing equipment checks.