Careers

OPC is family owned and headquartered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest of the United States. We started over 45 years ago as a small family farm and have been blessed to grow significantly with our farm fresh quality and the care we show our customers. We currently own, or control through long-term leases, over 140,000 irrigated acres. We also now have a network of processing plants throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Michigan to bring the bounty of our farms to you.

The roots of our heritage offer us complete focus, from farming through the entire process. We are committed to innovation, quality and customer service. The OPC Family of companies is dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices throughout our farming operation, giving us the ability to give our customers “Seed to Fork” varieties of quality potato products, other vegetables, and fruits.

Position Summary

As the Sr. Director of Operations, you will provide overall leadership for the three processing plants and approximately 1,900 acres of farm ground owned by Oregon Potato Company in the Willamette Valley Area. These plants include the National Frozen Foods located in Albany, PNW-Veg Norpac located in Brooks and Willamette Valley Fruit located near Salem.  Responsibilities include personnel safety, production efficiency, product quality, ag. services, food safety, regulatory compliance, physical asset management, and cost control. Direct reports include the three Plant Managers and the Farm Supervisor.

Position Expectations

• “Hands-on” manager who is highly motivated in the areas of employee safety, production efficiencies, quality, agricultural operations and drives continuous improvement using lean manufacturing tools and methods.
• Accountable for the achievement of KPI financial goals as set by the Vice President of Manufacturing/Operations.
• Manages with passion and energy motivating teams through strong leadership skills that include valuing team members for their contributions.
• Assist plant managers in developing and executing plant-specific strategic vision, goals and objectives to assure continuous improvement and alignment with Company objectives.
• Employee engagement, training and development to optimize safety, quality, and productivity.
• Oversite of capital planning for the Valley operations.
• Provide direct oversight of the plant managers and farm supervisor including safety, quality, production, maintenance, ag services, field shop, maintenance, planning, procurement, warehousing, logistics along with a strong connection to both finance and human resources.
• Provide leadership accountability for assessing and enhancing plant capabilities.
• Develop key manager succession plans and mentor key management members for both company and career success.
• Assure regulatory compliance including but not limited to OSHA, GMP, EPA, DEQ, FDA, PSM, EEO, and NLRB.
• Develop a culture based on open/honest dialog and involvement of all team members that demonstrates the value of their input/engagement in improving performance.
• Drive a culture of high performance and accountability in employee and product safety as well as other aspects of the business.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and other function leaders to create and execute effective employee relations processes and develop managers to do the same in order to maintain a positive working environment and support the labor relations philosophy.
• Goal oriented and team accountability including annual reviews with all direct reports.
• Any other duties assigned by the Vice President of Manufacturing/Operations and/or company leadership.

Position Experience/Skills Requirements

• Manufacturing experience in food processing or related industry required to include experience with individually quick frozen (IQF) product manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing experience and use of these programs and tools is required including but not limited to GEMBA, 5S, RCA, VSM, Kaizen, TPM, OEE, etc.
• Manages with passion and energy motivating teams through strong leadership skills that include valuing team members for their contributions.
• Ability to create/maintain a positive team culture.
• Change Management skills required including project management.
• Experience with FDA preferred.
• Experience in labor union negotiations preferred.
• Business, analytical and financial acumen required.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation skills required.
• Strong analytical problem solving.
• Computer knowledge and ability to learn and navigate reports and MS office suite.
• Have working knowledge of HACCP and food production quality programs.
• Experience with and successful management of state and local regulatory agency standards.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree required (i.e. Business, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, Management, Operations).

Experience Requirement

• 10+ years manufacturing experience required.
• 5+ years’ experience in a significant leadership role preferred. (i.e. Plant Manager, Director).
• 2+ years of lean manufacturing tool use and training experience required.

Pay: $170,000 – $210,000 per year/DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

OPC is family owned and headquartered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest of the United States. We started over 45 years ago as a small family farm and have been blessed to grow significantly with our farm fresh quality and the care we show our customers. We currently own, or control through long-term leases, over 140,000 irrigated acres. We also now have a network of processing plants throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Michigan to bring the bounty of our farms to you.

The roots of our heritage offer us complete focus, from farming through the entire process. We are committed to innovation, quality and customer service. The OPC Family of companies is dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices throughout our farming operation, giving us the ability to give our customers “Seed to Fork” varieties of quality potato products, other vegetables, and fruits.

Position Purpose Summary:  The Human Resources Manager guides and manages the overall Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the plant, with particular emphasis on recruiting and staffing; performance management and improvement systems; organization development; employment and compliance to regulatory concerns; employee orientation, development, and training.

Principal Job Responsibilities:

• Serve the needs of customers and all stakeholders.
• Adhere to all Food Safety and GMP Policies.
• Develops and implements strategic Human Resource policies and procedures in accordance with the company philosophy and strategy.
• Provides oversight of all Human Resource functions including equal employment opportunity and employee relations; recruitment, testing, and selection; policy administration; classification and compensation; employee benefits administration; payroll; organizational development; employee and management training, labor law compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Oversees the activities of the Human Resources team.
• Ensures the fair and consistent application of all company policies and practices.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Manages employee communication channels.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate the plant’s human resource function.
• Participate in the development of the plant’s strategic plan, particularly from the perspective of the impact on human capital.
• Translate the strategic and tactical business plans into HR strategic and operational plans.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning of new programs/strategies and regulatory action as those items impact the attraction, motivation, development, and retention of the people resources of the plant.
• Oversee the management of recruitment and hiring process. Identify appropriate and effective external sources for candidates for all levels within the plant.
• Establish credibility throughout the plant with management and the employees in order to be an effective listener and problem solver of people issues.
• Develop appropriate policies and procedures for effective management of the people resources of the corporation. Included in this area but not limited only to the following would be programs for employee relations, employee complaints, and career development.
• Provide technical advice and knowledge to others within the human resources discipline.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Above average attendance
• Familiarity with business software such as Microsoft Office
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to learn
• Possesses tact and diplomacy
• Possesses the ability to manage and lead a team
• The ability to work accurately, with attention to detail
• Demonstrated knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures; GMP’s
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English
• Must have the ability to make recommendation to effective resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is in consistent with Company standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field and/or combination of education and experience
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and/or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification Preferred.
• Experience: At least five years working within HR and at least three years managing a HR team.

Physical Demands of the Position:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee must sit for long periods of time; ability to handle varying levels of stress.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is exposed general office conditions except when working in the actual production facility– where there is exposure to moving parts and vehicles; variable temperatures of both heat and cold; wet environment; loud environment.

Pay: $85,000 – $100,000 per year/DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

OPC is family owned and headquartered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest of the United States. We started over 45 years ago as a small family farm and have been blessed to grow significantly with our farm fresh quality and the care we show our customers. We currently own, or control through long-term leases, over 140,000 irrigated acres. We also now have a network of processing plants throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Michigan to bring the bounty of our farms to you.

The roots of our heritage offer us complete focus, from farming through the entire process. We are committed to innovation, quality and customer service. The OPC Family of companies is dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices throughout our farming operation, giving us the ability to give our customers “Seed to Fork” varieties of quality potato products, other vegetables, and fruits.

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Accounting Supervisor is responsible for effective leadership and supervision of a small accounting and payroll team.  The Accounting Supervisor is responsible for general ledger accounting, financial reporting and payroll tax reporting for Baker Produce to the Corporate Office.   This position is actively engaged in quarter-end closing, account reconciliations, and financial reporting and analysis to ensure that Baker Produce financials are maintained and reported in a timely and accurate manner.  This position requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment on significant matters.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assigns and ensures completion of work by various accounting assistant/clerical workers.
• Maintains adherence to accounting policies and procedures to ensure financial reports and other financial information and systems are accurate, in accordance with GAAP, timely, and informative.
• Quarterly and year-end financial statement preparation and reporting.
• Provides analysis of financial results and prepares management interpretations. Collects, analyzes and utilizes key performance metrics critical to the operation’s success. Provides detailed support to corporate management.
• Oversees the accurate completion of Accounts Payable, raw product receipts and payables, Accounts Receivable and invoicing processes, as well as payroll.
• Recommends process improvements and works with management and staff to continually look for cost optimization.

Job Requirements

• High aptitude for Financial Analysis
• Effective communication with Management, Co-workers and Vendors
• Customer focused
• Professional and friendly attitude
• Knowledge of subsidiary ledger and general ledger accounting
• Knowledge of software – Windows and MS Office (particularly Excel)
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines

Education/Experience Requirement:

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years in general Accounting preferred

Pay: $80,000 – $90,000 per year/DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

Baker Produce Safety Supervisor Job Description Overview

Baker Produce is one of the leading companies in our field in this area. We are hiring a talented Safety Supervisor professional to join our team. If you’re excited to be part of a winning team, Baker Produce is a great place to grow your career.

We are looking for an experienced detail-oriented Safety Supervisor to assess the health and safety standards in our workplace. The Safety Supervisor is also responsible for educating employees on how to follow health and safety protocols more closely.

The Safety Supervisor is responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing Baker Produce employee safety at work.

Safety Supervisor job description

To be successful as a safety supervisor you must have great attention to detail and have excellent communication (bilingual) skills. A good safety supervisor has a methodical approach to improving health and safety standards.

Your main duty is to ensure that the company is in compliance and adheres to L & I Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries. You will be responsible for facilitating compliance with these guidelines and your main goal will be to always ensure a safe working environment and help to prevent any incidents, injuries or accidents.

You will also be working directly with the food safety department to help ensure facility is following food safety policies and procedures, set forth by the USDA and FDA.

Safety Supervisor duties and responsibilities

• Create, plan and implement OHS safety plans and policies while ensuring that they are being followed daily.
• Conduct plant safety observation reports on a regular basis.
• Conduct safety observations of any ongoing or upcoming projects.
• Attend safety walks and inspections before or during each project to analyze safety risks.
• Educate employees on health and safety standards and expectations.
• Monitor staff to evaluate if health and safety laws and protocols are being followed.
• Assess machinery to gauge if they are operating safely and in good working order.
• Provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace.
• Investigate incidents that occur onsite and identify possible causes of the incident.
• Maintain documentation of the company’s safety procedures, incidents and related events.
• Act as a liaison between management and external safety agencies, such as fire and insurance personnel.
• Create plans to improve health and safety in the workplace.
• Prepare reports for management, present reports on accidents and violations and determine causes.
• Advise and lead employees on various safety-related topics.
• Prepare educational onsite trainings on a regular basis.
• Review existing policies and procedures.
• Work with HR to set up a new employee on-boarding process for safety.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Enforce preventative measures.
• Identify process bottlenecks and offer timely solutions.
• Oversee workplace repair, installations and any other work that could harm employees’ safety.

Safety Supervisor requirements and qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience as a Safety Supervisor or similar role.
• Experience in health and safety management as a health & safety supervisor.
• Excellent computer literacy skills.
• Working knowledge of legislations and procedures.
• Working knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Three (3) years of experience in producing reports.
• Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Outstanding organizational skills with an attention to details.
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with good time-management skills.
• Certificate in occupational health and safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation
• Understanding of federal, state and city safety requirements, including OSHA.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees and project managers.
• Leadership skills, such as the ability to motivate a team and provide feedback.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of Food defense, HACCP and FSMA

Wages: $26.00 – $32.00 per hour DOE

Oversee all production functions occurring during the shift. Be accountable to meet production goals in a safe and efficient manner. Supervise all employee activities and interact with all departments to identify and solve production issues.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow Food Safety, Quality, Personal Safety, and any other Washington Potato Company’s Polices.
• Directly supervise operators and all production general laborers on the shift.
• Administer feedback and progressive discipline when needed to all laborers on shift.
• Interact with Plant Manager to decide on production, schedule, product changes, etc.
• Take ultimate responsibility for effectiveness and safety of packaging, processing, freezing, waste plant operations, sanitation.
• Ensure Processing Operators, Packaging Operators, and Sanitors are managing their areas in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure Processing Operators are holding freezer operators accountable for proper freezer operation, motor defrosts and full defrosts according to defrost specifications.
• Set example of safe working attitude, respectful workplace, and safe working behavior.
• Hold Packaging Operators accountable to ensure that all customer packaging specifications are met.
• Maintain close and cordial contact with Quality Assurance in order to produce product to customer specifications.
• Analyze peeling, processing, and packaging efficiency and take corrective action if below target.
• Respond to intercom calls in regard to operational decisions.
• Work closely with maintenance department to troubleshoot potential mechanical/electrical issues and to minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Attend shift change meetings with necessary information in regard to current product order number, peeling efficiency, pounds produced, any production issues.
• Produce peeling efficiency, pounds produced, downtime, and employee timekeeping reports in company database.
• Assist Plant Manager in planning for capital spending and department budgets.
• Maintain good personal hygiene, follow GMP’s and maintain a clean, safe and sanitary workplace. Immediately report and take action, if necessary, when any situation that may cause product to be contaminated or compromised.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to motivate team efforts to accomplish goals.
• Well organized and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have some PC skills in MS Office and database management.
• Knowledge of food industry and is compliant with GMP standards.
• Able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Able to travel to all areas of the plant efficiently, including climbing stairs.
• Able to lift 50 lbs frequently during shift
• Must be able to work effectively and safely in a wet and hot/cold environment.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.

Ideal Candidates must be willing to:

• Work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements.
• Work any shift and also Saturdays and Sundays. These positions are full-time, two consecutive days per week will be scheduled for days off.
• Work overtime as needed
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Food Safety and Quality Documents:

• Production floor paperwork, Quality grade sheets, and Food Safety Management paperwork.
• All paperwork will be legible (will follow Document Control Policy).

Supervision of Others

• Direct daily activities of all employees in production on the corresponding shift.

Pay: $78,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year/DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

Have you ever wondered how the food you buy is processed? Are you looking for a career in Quality Assurance? National Frozen Foods Corporation is excited to announce openings in our Quality Assurance Department.

Shift:  Rotating shifts (day and swing shifts, 4-month rotations) – availability required for day and evening shifts, overtime (as requested), some holidays, and weekends

Pay: Starting at $20.75

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, jury duty pay, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.

Areas you’ll learn about include, but are not limited to:

• Weight verifications
• Coding verifications
• Packaging verifications
• Product grading
• Metal Detection verifications
• Lot tracking and verification

Skills and Qualifications

• Possess a very strong attendance mindset
• Available to work a variety of shifts
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing setting and fast paced environment
• Strong willingness to learn new skills
• Possess a good attitude
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to multitask as well as manage changing priorities
• Strong organizational skills

To Apply

All interested parties need to submit a resume to the Human Resource Department at National Frozen Foods Corporation on 188 Sturdevant Road, Chehalis, Washington or via che.hr@nffc.com. For questions please call (360)748-0015.

National Frozen Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Shift: Rotating shifts – availability required for day and evening shifts, overtime (as requested), some holidays and weekends

Starting Pay: $20.75 – $25.55 per hour D.O.E.

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.

Job Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Operate food packaging machine efficiently in relation to material usage, product waste, and weight control in a safe manner
• Load packaging material into machine, perform weight control checks as necessary, ensures proper container sizing, records packaging machinery efficiencies and downtime, monitors line flow while maintaining safe food handling practices
• Ensure full package integrity, to include: weights, codes, seals, correct supplies are used, and procedures are followed
• Uses hand tools to adjust machinery as needed
• Provide direction to employees in assigned work areas: Controls line flow, monitors production charts, packaging equipment, and adjust as needed
• Consistent communication with supervisors and employees
• Fill out daily production paperwork as required
• Walk-through work area and shuts line down as necessary
• Keep work area clean and safe, enforces and adheres to all company and plant policies, work rules and procedures
• Must meet physical ability to do all Level 2 labor tasks and have a basic understanding of Level 1 responsibilities

Job Qualifications

• Attention to detail, flexibility, and emphasis on productivity
• Possess good written and verbal skills
• Ability to use hand tools to adjust machinery
• Some mechanical ability and/or experience
• Ability to trouble shoot malfunctioning equipment
• Strong attendance record
• Preferably individual possessing manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements

• Strength– Lift up to 90 lbs. maximum with occasional lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand/Walk– Stand and walk a maximum of 3 hours prior to each break period
• Climb/Balance– Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and the like using the feel and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on a narrow or slippery surface
• Ability to reach, handle, see, twist, turn, stoop, kneel and crouchas necessary

To Apply

All interested parties need to submit a resume to the Human Resource Department at National Frozen Foods Corporation on 188 Sturdevant Road, Chehalis, Washington or via che.hr@nffc.com. For questions please call (360)748-0015.

National Frozen Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Description: Assist with maintaining production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Shift: Rotating shifts – availability required for day and evening shifts, overtime (as requested), some holidays and weekends.

Starting Pay: $20.75 – $25.55 per hour D.O.E.

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave accrual are available from the start of employment.

Position Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Assist with basic troubleshoot/diagnose malfunctioning equipment, ability to estimate time for repairs, and perform the repairs
• Assist with maintaining equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt
• Documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Using hand tools and power tools to make adjustments to equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with multiple departments across multiple facilities
• Maintain a high level of organization
• Willingness to work in an damp and chilled work environment
• Comply with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Strength- Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects, with a maximum weight of up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Stand/Walk- Stand and walk a maximum of 3 hours prior to each break period.
• Climb/Balance- Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and the like using the feel and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on a narrow or slippery surface.
• Reach- Extend both hands and arms in any direction.
• Handle- Seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with the hands.
• See- Obtain impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color, or other characteristic of objects.
• Twist and Turn- Able to twist/turn trunk of body from side to side.
• Stoop- Bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
• Kneel- Bend the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees.
• Crouch- Bend the body downward and forward bending the spine and legs.

Job Qualifications

• GED or HS diploma
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Able to work independently and as a team to meet established deadlines
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and emphasis on efficiency
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attendance record

To Apply

All interested parties need to submit a resume to the Human Resource Department at National Frozen Foods Corporation on 188 Sturdevant Road, Chehalis, Washington or via che.hr@nffc.com. For questions please call (360)748-0015.

National Frozen Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Description: Oversee the operation of refrigeration equipment as it relates to the freezing of product.

Shift:  Primarily day shift. During the harvest season, rotating shifts – availability required for day and evening shifts. Availability required for, overtime (as requested), some holidays and weekends during the harvest season.

Starting Pay: $27.90- $34.60 per hour D.O.E.

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.

Job Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Monitoring of temperature, pressure and air compressors
• Logging information pertaining to the equipment and data
• Required to oversee tunnel clean-up crew, with participation as required to ensure completion of job
• General routine maintenance on process refrigeration equipment
• Operate ammonia compressors, condensers and pumps, to allow maximum production with minimum cost. Familiar with function and use of the computer system for refrigeration
• Recognize, troubleshoot and complete routine maintenance on pumps and plumbing, lights, and enclosure
• Maintenance to compressors limited to filters, strainers, and seals. Familiar with the process of adding anhydrous ammonia to plant system.
• Operate boiler and do routine maintenance to include, change make-up pump, open boiler ends, to change external parts of boiler. Able to add boiler chemicals to system in correct proportions and be able to blow down system.
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

• Must possess current, valid Washington’s State Driver’s License
• Preferred CIRO or CARO certification(s)
• Preferred experience with forklift (NFFC will conduct onsite forklift certification and training for utility driving)
• Ability to work all shifts which may include days, evenings, weekends and some holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk a maximum of 3 hours prior to each break period.
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and the like using the feel and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on a narrow or slippery surface.
• Ability to extend both hands and arms in any direction.
• Ability to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with the hands.
• Ability to obtain impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color, or other characteristic of objects.
• Ability to twist/turn trunk of body from side to side.
• Ability to bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
• Ability to bend the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees.
• Ability to bend the body downward and forward bending the spine and legs.

To Apply

All interested parties need to submit a resume to the Human Resource Department at National Frozen Foods Corporation on 188 Sturdevant Road, Chehalis, Washington or via che.hr@nffc.com. For questions please call (360)748-0015.

National Frozen Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Description: Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Shift: Primarily Swing Shift – availability required for day and evening shifts, overtime (as requested), some holidays and weekends

Starting Pay: $27.90 – $32.75 per hour D.O.E.

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave accrual are available from the start of employment.

Position Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Basic troubleshoot/diagnose malfunctioning equipment, ability to estimate time for repairs, and perform the repairs.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Using hand tools and power tools to make adjustments to equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with multiple departments across multiple facilities
• Maintain a high level of organization
• Willingness to work in a wet environment
• Comply with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Strength- Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects, with a maximum weight of up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Stand/Walk- Stand and walk a maximum of 3 hours prior to each break period.
• Climb/Balance- Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and the like using the feel and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on a narrow or slippery surface.
• Reach- Extend both hands and arms in any direction.
• Handle- Seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with the hands.
• See- Obtain impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color, or other characteristic of objects.
• Twist and Turn- Able to twist/turn trunk of body from side to side.
• Stoop- Bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
• Kneel- Bend the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees.
• Crouch- Bend the body downward and forward bending the spine and legs.

Job Qualifications

• GED or HS diploma
• Minimum two years’ experience as line mechanic
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Able to work independently and as a team to meet established deadlines
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and emphasis on efficiency
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attendance record

To Apply

All interested parties need to submit a resume to the Human Resource Department at National Frozen Foods Corporation on 188 Sturdevant Road, Chehalis, Washington or via che.hr@nffc.com. For questions please call (360)748-0015.

National Frozen Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.