General Labor

Job DescriptionCompany DescriptionFoster Farms has been a family-owned and operated company for four generations. Since our founding days back in 1939, we have always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. The hope is that our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our people will shine through in everything we do.We are always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms team. We offer the experience of a large organization, but operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage employees to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups.Job DescriptionThis is a temp-to-hire position which includes working in production areas, packing fresh chicken products, performing grading inspection, and other duties as assigned, with full benefits upon permanent hire.Employment Opportunities (subject to change based on availability)Day Shift (Mornings)Live Hang 5:15 am – 1:55 pmRe-Hang 5:20 am – 2:00 pmPackaging 8:00 am – 5:00 pmBag Line 10:00 am – 6:30 pmWeigh & Price 8:00 am – 4:30 pmLoading Dock 9:00 am – 5:30 pmSwing Shift (Afternoons)Live Hang 1:50 pm – 10:25 pmRe-Hang 4:00 pm – 12:30 amPackaging 4:30 pm – 12:30 amWeigh & Price 6:30 pm – 3:00 amLoading Dock 6:30 pm – 4:00 amInterested applicants may submit their application online and/or call the Job Hotline (360) 575-4955 for more information about current opportunities.Use small hand-held tools (i.e., knives, scissors) to cut chicken into segments for product run.Pack product into foam trays and/or plastic bags.Place labels and perform arrangement on trays filled with chicken parts.Repetitive grasping, pushing, and pulling motions while packing, cutting, and grading product.Rotate through various positions on production areas throughout the shift.Place empty trays and pads on the line.Visually inspect and grade chicken parts to determine grade for production lines.Work regularly in a cold or hot environment depending on designated work area.Communicate with Supervision, Lead personnel, and co-workers for assistance regarding assigned task(s), rotation, and production issues. Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsReport regularly and on time to work as well as work all required hours, including overtime and weekends as scheduled.Understand and follow established rules and procedures as well as accept constructive feedback. Work safely and set an example of good working safe habits.Follow established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all Food Safety procedures.Work effectively with small, hand-held tools (i.e. knives, scissors).Bend, climb, stoop, and stand as necessary depending on assigned task(s).Repetitive grasping, cutting, reaching, lifting (between 3 – 5 lbs.)Repetitive pushing, pulling, and lifting between 10 – 80 lbs.Stand on concrete floor, grating, or metal stand for prolonged periods.Must be able to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.