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Looking for a career at OPC’s Family of Companies? See below for a list of current positions available.

Available Positions

Job Summary:

The Cost Accountant will perform advanced cost accounting analyses to compare estimated costs to actual costs and prepare a variety of related budget reports.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses.
  • Develops systems and procedures for accumulation systems and/or cost accounting functions.
  • Determines fixed costs such as wages, rent, and insurance.
  • Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs.
  • Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies.
  • Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports.
  • Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins.
  • Performs month-end and year-end closing procedures.
  • Determines and recommends cost savings solutions.
  • Provides product sample costs for General Accounting.
  • Work with Sales team members on RFP’s.
  • Oversee Inventory valuation.
  • Lead implementation of standard costs annually.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software. Familiarity with ERP systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (not required but considered a plus).
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
  • High aptitude for Financial Analysis.
  • Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
  • SQL or other data query skill set.
  • Ability to manage confidential information.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
  • 2+ years of experience in cost accounting preferred.
  • CMA Preferred

Salary: $68,000 – $80,000/yr DOE

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant to be responsible for journal entries, month-end closing and reconciliations, as well as some cost accounting and other general accounting/payroll duties. This position requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment on significant matters.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance and oversight for ledger accounts.
  • Complete monthly reconciliations and financial reviews.
  • Provides analysis of financial results and prepare reports for management.
  • Collects, analyzes and utilizes key performance metrics critical to the operation’s success.
  • Provides detailed support to various corporate management.
  • Recommend process improvements and continually looks for cost optimization.
  • Generate ad hoc reports as needed.

Job Requirements:

  • High aptitude for Financial Analysis.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • 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. Experience with Microsoft Navision (not required but considered a plus).
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
  • Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
  • SQL or other data query skill set.
  • Ability to manage confidential information.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration required.
  • 2+ years of experience, in general Accounting preferred.  Inventory management experience preferred as well.

Salary: $68,000 – $80,000/yr DOE

Badger Mountain Winery is seeking a full time Tasting Room Lead for Kennewick, WA. Reporting to the Tasting Room Manager they assist in the day-to-day operations of the Tasting Room. We are looking for an outgoing and motivated individual with a passion for wine, excellent customer service skills, an eye for detail, and someone who contributes to our positive work environment!

Job Responsibilities included but not limited to:

  • Assist the Tasting Room Manager in sales, events, cash management, inventory, goals, and other Tasting Room duties.
  • Fill in for the Tasting Room Manager in the Managers absence.
  • Responsible for ensuring all open and closing procedures are executed correctly.
  • Communicate Tasting Room issues and/or emergencies to management.
  • Work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evening and weekend shifts (35-40 hours/week).
  • Keep up to date on procedures, sales, policies, event updates, and other pertinent information to aid sales and improve efficiency.
  • Assist with training of new staff.
  • Ensure that all staff always follow responsible hospitality standards.
  • Give direction to staff and delegate responsibility as needed, and as directed by the Tasting Room Manager.
  • Resolve guest concerns/complaints using good judgment and professionalism.
  • Maintain a friendly and clean environment.
  • Nurture an atmosphere of teamwork and enthusiastic employee relations among the staff.
  • Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, the ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information and/or situations, and the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
  • Perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment utilizing multi-tasking and leadership.
  • Follow compliance and alcohol all serving policies.
  • Uphold our brand culture and consistently support all business and employee interactions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Tasting Room Manager.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years wine industry experience
  • Knowledge of wine and winemaking process
  • Proficiency in written and verbal communication
  • Ability to set priorities in a busy environment and stay positive
  • Ability to lead staff and maintain a professional successful team
  • Trade certification such as WSET highly desired
  • Ability to learn and train others on point of sale software systems
  • Current MAST and Food Handlers Permit or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to regularly lift 40 pounds, move and package cases of wine.
  • Work in busy office environment.
  • Work events inside and outside of tasting room and lawn.
  • Work events inside and outside.
  • Speak and be heard clearly over the phone
  • 21 years of age

Wage Range: $18.00 to $22.00/hour DOE

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Plan, organize and direct all functions of office services including Payroll, Shipping and Inventory Control, Accounts Payable, Grower Accounting and receptionist responsibilities to ensure accurate and timely accounting practices.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily supervision of front office staff, Shipping and Inventory Clerk, and Accounts Payable Clerk to ensure accurate and timely performance of their respective duties.

  • Responsible for Seed and Grower accounting activities.
  • Collaborate with HR to administer Payroll and Benefits for administrative and salaried staff.
  • Order and maintain all office equipment and supplies.
  • Oversight for maintaining pack reports, product receiving, dry supply receiving, and repack scheduling records.
  • Responsible for all administrative communications with various plant departments, corporate office and other plants.
  • Ensure Grower Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Shipping, third party Warehouse Inventory and reconciliation functions are accurate.
  • Communicate clear and concise goals and standards to team members.
  • Identifies opportunities for cost savings in assigned areas; recommends and implements policy or process changes as needed.
  • Prepares, negotiates, analyzes and/or reviews contracts for equipment, supplies, materials, services and products (in conjunction with corporate purchasing when appropriate).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • General Finance/Accounting background with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Three to five years’ experience.
  • Working knowledge of basic business and management principles as applied to resource allocation, leadership techniques, staff and resource coordination, strategic planning, and HR modeling.
  • Microsoft Office (with strong Excel knowledge) and Dynamics 365 Business Central software experience preferred.
  • Excellent computer skills and basic understanding of hardware with the ability to train others.
  • Excellent interpersonal, supervisory and communication skills.
  • Beyond proficient time management and organization skills.
  • Ability to coordinate and promote a team environment to include managing and coaching while motivating others to reach company goals and objectives.
  • Detail oriented with the ability to plan and see beyond the horizon.
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.

Salary Range: $85,000 to $100,000/year DOE

SUMMARY: Install, maintain, and repair complex electrical and electronic production equipment and facility electrical systems in accordance with Company objectives, production requirements, and State of Oregon electrical codes. Perform duties on any one of three shifts in operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

  • Install electrical equipment, wiring, and fixtures in conformance with company specifications and electrical codes.
  • Install, maintain, and repair power supply to all areas of facility, managing time in accordance with production priority as determined by processing schedule.
  • Diagnose and repair electronic equipment.
  • Diagnose and read programs for programmable logic controller equipped machines using personal computer and applicable software as required.
  • Upgrade/retrofit existing equipment with newer electronic technology.
  • Design or change programmable logic controller logic circuits to enhance operation of equipment.
  • Install electrical distribution equipment.
  • Read, draw, and interpret specifications, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
  • Analyze, diagnose, test, and repair or replace malfunctioning equipment, machinery, and apparatus. Consult with co-workers, supervisor, and plant management as necessary to resolve difficulties.
  • Repair and/or recondition electric motors.
  • Repair or replace faulty electrical components.
  • Bend and install conduit for two and three wire control systems in compliance with electrical wiring code.
  • Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment and connect cable and wires between machines and equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair or replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
  • Communicate and maintain records of activities in accordance with company specifications and electrical codes.
  • Perform duties without other electrical assistance on shift.
  • Lead electrical apprentices and journeyman electricians in performance of job duties, as required.
  • Maintain safe and sanitary work area.
  • Other comparable duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess knowledge, skill, and ability to maintain, repair, and/or replace complex production equipment and facility electrical systems as described in the essential duties and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED.

Successful completion of the State of Oregon Journeyman Electrician Training program. Continuing education as required to maintain Manufacturing Plant Journeyman Electrician’s card.

Minimum of five years, with demonstrated satisfactory skills and abilities in that position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents in English. Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence in English. Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, schedule or blueprint form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Oregen State Manufacturing Plant Journeyman Electricians License.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to work independently. Ability to work overtime and weekends. Ability to rotate or work any shift. Ability to practice and emphasize safety to co-workers in performance of all job functions. Ability to provide leadership to journeyman and apprentice electricians. Ability to attend class related training. Ability to operate equipment and tools specific to job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  No employee is required to lift over 55 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, heat and cold.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Wages: $48.00 – $52.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability
Job Summary:
This position is responsible, under the direction of the Plant Manager and other senior staff, for policies and programs relating to personnel, staff development, employee recruitment, wage & salary administration, and maintaining effective means of communications between local management and employees. The HR Coordinator is also responsible for the general oversight of benefits administration, labor scheduling, training, and related tasks within the plant. This position must ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.  Located in Warden, Washington, this processing plant is a potato processing facility which produces dehydrated frozen potatoes and potato flake products.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for recruitment, hiring, and retention of a qualified workforce; create job descriptions, interview process, and selection recommendations to management. Advise location’s management in the maintenance of employment procedures and practices at local levels designed to attract qualified employees for plant and administrative positions.
  • Coordinates wage & salary administration with Plant Manager and the Corporate Office; sees that wages and salaries are maintained accurately and that such wage and salary programs are administered soundly; makes recommendations to the management staff on salary ranges for plant and administrative personnel. Update hourly wage brackets and salary pay grades accordingly.
  • Advise managers and supervisory personnel on a case by case basis regarding progressive discipline procedures. Monitor all probations and involuntary terminations.
  • Responsible for any required personnel reporting, including the annual EEO-1 report.
  • Coordinate the company’s use of external employment sources and programs.
  • Responsible for the administration and information of fringe benefits, including but not limited to insurance, vacations, paid holidays, and education assistance programs.
  • Establish and maintains open communications lines between all staff levels and Corporate Office. Provide access to management for hourly and non-supervisory personnel. Act as mediator with employee relations issues or instances of internal policies non-compliance.
  • Develops and maintains various reports for management actions (e.g., recruiting/manning, labor, discipline, turnover/retention, etc.).
  • Ensures fair and consistent administration of company policies.
  • Ensures communication and interface with support departments is carried out in a participative and professional manner, that is conducive with operational goals.
  • Conducts oneself in a professional manner, ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and consistently adheres to the standards necessary to successfully perform the job functions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience Preferred
  • Bachelors Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university plus 2 years related experience and/or training, OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills needed to successfully perform the essential job functions.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
  • Sound knowledge level of Human Resources regulations, policies, procedures, and practices is essential.
  • Solid knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to: ADA, EEO, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, I-9’s, OSHA, and related matters.
  • Proficient understanding of Company policies and regulations concerning personnel, safety, security, and employee handbooks.
  • Possess effective analytical, negotiation, managerial, and problem-solving skills.
  • Possess intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
  • Proficient with basic math skills.
  • Strong communication skills, including facilitation with teams and/or large groups, and direct interface with customers.
  • Ability to make quick and effective decisions in line with the plant goals and objectives.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to manage tasks, delegate, lead groups, and work with people from various functions/departments.
  • Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance and safety record.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse staff in order to accomplish Plant goals and objectives.
  • Ability to effectively work on multiple assignments, while responding to frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) are desired.

Wages: $22.00 – $28.00 DOE

Job Summary

Performs skilled mechanical diagnosis, and maintenance and repair work on plants and other supporting facilities.  Uses hand tools, power tools, hoists, welding equipment, measuring, and testing equipment. Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment. Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machines. Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts, Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery, using rags, brushes, and grease gun. Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Essential

  • Repair and up keep of all equipment by operating and inspecting machines and equipment to diagnose defects.
  • Technical adjustments of controllers, A.C. inverters, opti-sorts and all other similar equipment.
  • Maintenance employees shall be able to trouble shoot hydraulic, electrical, steam, refrigeration and mechanical systems.
  • Dismantles and reassembles equipment using hoists, hand tools and power tools. Replaces defective parts, assembles and sub-assembles as needed.
  • Maintenance shall use reasonable diligence in looking for ways to improve operating conditions, production and safety.
  • Ability to weld broken parts and structural member using cutting torch and welding equipment.
  • Demonstrate skills in basic fabrication.
  • Services and greases plant equipment (i.e. changing belts, greasing bearings and maintaining cleanliness of plant.
  • Orders and maintains inventory of parts, grease, etc. and  record keeping of time and parts in used on appropriate forms.
  • Perform general cleaning of work areas and maintenance areas.
  • Assists other maintenance department staff in performing the duties necessary to assure the efficiency of operations of the plant.

Additional

  • Perform key responsibilities in respect to the goals and objectives of Washington Potato Company to meet standards.
  • Attendance needs to meet standard.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatably.

Skills and Prerequisites

  • Employee shall be willing to work in any assigned area
  • The employee shall demonstrate the ability to understand the hazard communication program, including the SDS plaque cards, and the materials handling sheets
  • The employees shall adhere to company policies and rules and demonstrate proper body mechanics when lifting or carrying.

Additional

  • Candidate must be willing to work Saturdays and Sundays.  Currently plant production is working 7 days per week.  This schedule is full time, two days a week will be scheduled for days off.  Personnel with seniority will have first option for weekends off.
  • Candidate must be quick learner, patient with oneself and others demonstrate high degree of dependability, and a good communicator.

Wages: $18.85 – $29.00 DOE

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 crouch as necessary.

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

Pay: $19.50 – $26.25 per hour D.O.E. (position has earning potential of up to $30.80 per hour)

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Upon qualifying, 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.

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:

This position directs and coordinates the Quality Assurance department to ensure consistent quality production of all products in compliance with Company and customer standards and Federal/State regulations. Supervises Quality Control and Microbiological staff to evaluate and certify the quality of processed/packaged products. Assists, organizes and audits product quality and food safety programs throughout entire process. Oversees complete and accurate recordkeeping of all facets of the quality program. Monitors production methods, in-process product quality, product risk-management and product safety. Investigates and responds to customer complaints.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for implementation, review and maintenance of the Quality Programs.
  • To ensure compliance and stay current with policies of Federal and State regulatory agencies, as well as NOP, Kosher, and HALAL compliances.
  • Schedules and participates in audits by government, buyers and independent agencies.
  • Ensures compliance and complies with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
  • Ensures compliance and complies with GMP, BRC and company guidelines to produce a safe and quality product.
  • Serves on the Safety and Food Safety Committees and as HACCP Team Coordinator. Conducts and initiates inspections of all plant areas for sanitation and safety purposes under HACCP guidelines.
  • Direct and supervise the quality grading lab, receiving lab and microbiological lab for all raw/ processed/packaged products to assure specifications are met within the desired levels of productivity, safety and quality.
  • Develops and updates all grading procedures and specifications used by lab technicians.
  • Monitors completion of job assignments to ensure compliance with standards and instructions and revises instructions and time frames as necessary.
  • Receives and reviews all quality control records. Maintains proper filing for data recall.
  • Develops, reviews and maintains Quality Systems Manual for accurate and complete information while updating documentation within required frequencies.
  • Responsible for acquiring equipment/supplies for QC, Receiving and Microbiological laboratories.
  • Inventory control and management of interplant movements, product usage, quality holds, and distressed products.
  • Works with customers to complete supplier document requirements.
  • Communicates and works with all departments to ensure sanitary design.
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
  • Oversees all aspects of training and compliance, ensures that needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the QA departments are provided.
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas.
  • Assists in or recommends hiring or department transfers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree in food science preferred or equivalent related experience.
  • Two years of experience managing or supervising employees, including coaching to develop skills or resolve conflicts.
  • Thorough knowledge of USDA grading standards.
  • HACCP and PCQI certified preferred.
  • Integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
  • Possess strong communication skills at plant level, corporate office and with customers.
  • Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
  • Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and skill under the pressure of production environment and time sensitive deadlines to effectively manage down time situations.
  • Possess or have the ability to develop thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures, the ability to work within these guidelines to evaluate or develop policies, procedures, processes, and solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.
  • Ability to adapt and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
  • Ability to operate and understand computer software related to record keeping and communication. Preferred experience with Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Ability to keep detailed records as required.
  • Ability to supervise, train, coordinate and evaluate the work of others.
  • Ability to read and write and effectively communicate in English.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Annual Salary: $75,000 – $90,000 depending on experience

Benefits: Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.  Upon qualifying, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, paid sick leave, 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.

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 day shift off season. During the harvest season – availability required for varying shifts, overtime (as requested), some holidays and weekends.

Pay: $27.40 – $32.50 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, 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.

Position Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

  • Basic troubleshoot/diagnose malfunctioning equipment, ability to estimate time for repairs, and perform the repairs.
  • Ability to use full line of micrometers and dial indicators
  • 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
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Seasonal shift work

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 or two years formal degree in welding school and machinist school
  • 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.

Pay: $27.40- $32.50 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, 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:  Maintain orderly flow of vegetables through facility from receiving to shipping. Conducts a variety of tasks necessary for preparation of vegetables throughout the plant.

Shift: Rotating shifts – availability required for day and evening shifts, overtime, holidays and weekends

Pay:

  • General Labor Level 1 – $17.50 per hour
  • General Labor Level 2 – $18.50 per hour

Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave. Upon qualifying, eligible for paid vacation, paid holidays, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance, medical, dental, and vision.

If you are interested in joining our team and want more information, please call our Human Resources Department at 360-748-0015 or come into our Packaging location at 188 Sturdevant Road Chehalis, WA 98532 (Human Resources entrance) between the hours of 8 AM – 5 PM.

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.