Join a Family-Owned Industry Leader in Food Manufacturing

 The Oregon Potato Company (OPC) is a respected, family-owned food processing company with a legacy of quality, integrity, and innovation. With multiple facilities across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest, OPC is proud to support America’s food supply chain with premium dehydrated, frozen, and specialty vegetable and fruit products.

We are currently seeking a Plant Manager to lead our Boardman, OR facility—an important site in our network. This is a key leadership role, responsible for all plant operations, including production, maintenance, and quality, safety, and team development.

🔹 Position Summary

 Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, the Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all production and logistics activities at the facility. This role serves as the primary liaison between the plant and corporate leadership, managing a multi-shift operation across multiple departments to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

 The Plant Manager directs and controls all aspects of production operations within established capital and operating budget parameters, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This position is accountable for developing and executing strategic production plans that support the company’s long-term goals, including planning for facility expansion, equipment optimization, and workforce development.

 Additionally, the Plant Manager leads, develops, and mentors the plant leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. This role works collaboratively with cross-functional partners to drive performance, enhance processes, and achieve business objectives

 🔹 Position Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring and guidance to plant management throughout floor level associates, focusing on talent acquisition, retention and development.
• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership to all operational functions of the Boardman plant.
• Responsible for safety, food safety, quality, product availability, customer service and cost performance within the facility by leading with a zero-injury mentality.
• Drive safety, food safety, and quality assurance compliance in accordance with company, USDA, FDA, and OSHA standards.
• Implement and sustain a culture of continuous improvement using Lean tools (5S, visual management, root cause analysis).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on production scheduling, inventory control, and cost management.
• Lead and mentor a team of supervisors, leads, and hourly staff, promoting accountability, engagement, and growth.
• Develop scorecards and metrics to ensure plant’s productivity meet targeted goals.
• Collect and analyze performance metrics (OEE, downtime, yield, labor efficiency) implement and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Stay abreast of new and changing technology and regulatory requirements.
• Champion plant-wide initiatives to increase reliability, reduce waste, and maximize throughput.
• Balance daily management with long-term strategic planning to ensure business success.
• Support capital projects, maintenance priorities, and technical upgrades as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

🔹 What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume food processing or manufacturing environment (vegetables/potatoes a plus).
• Strong understanding of production planning, preventative maintenance, and quality systems (HACCP, GMPs).
• Proven ability to lead teams through change while maintaining performance and morale.
• Excellent decision-making, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent planning and general management skills are required.
• Good computer skills are required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Work and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work well under pressure with multiple demands in a team environment is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, is required.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, respectful, and safety-first culture on the floor.
• Experience working in rural or agricultural-based manufacturing settings is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

🔹 Why OPC?

• Family-Owned and Operated: We value relationships and integrity.
• Impactful Leadership Role: Make real decisions, lead real change.
• Community-Oriented Culture: Be part of a team that cares about people and place.
• Stability and Growth: A growing organization with deep roots in U.S. agriculture.

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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. Other comparable duties may be assigned.

• 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.

 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.

Advancement based on available openings within the organizational structure and the worker’s demonstrated skills and abilities in this position.

 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 two 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.

 CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Manufacturing Plant Journeyman Electricians License.

Oregon Potato Co. hi-lift training. Lockout training. First Aid training recommended.

 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.

 Benefits:

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

Job Overview

Responsible for the maintenance and repair as well as safe & efficient operations of the facilities refrigeration system, processing machinery and all associated infrastructure.  All work performed under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager. To ensure that all company policies, safety standards and operational requirements are met. Follow OSHA PSM requirements in regards to ammonia refrigeration safety and compliance.

 Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of 1600 HP single stage ammonal refrigeration system: including but not limited to compressors, condensers, IQF Freezer tunnels, air units and controls.
• Maintain and repair processing equipment as required.
• Trouble shoot, test and repair electrical controls and motors as required
• Weld and fabricate, primarily stainless steel (food processing equipment)
• Maintain and document refrigeration system operations, preventative maintenance and record keeping in accordance with PSM Standards and Practices.
• Participate in the facility Safety team and ongoing improvement.
• Maintain Compressed air system.
• Monitor and maintain incoming water and waste water out fall systems.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Able to work in fast-paced production environment up to seven days per week.
• Must be able to work various shift schedule and overtime.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and competent in reporting and log book documenting. Good work ethics.
• Thorough and resourceful when faced with machinery failure and taking action to repair.
• Previous experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration (one year or more), prefer 1 to 2 years’ technical schooling or related work experience.
• Certified or trained at an Operator Level of refrigeration education. Current RETA certification or other notable schooling or able to attain RETA-CARO level certification within one year. CIRO, CRES & CREST or equivalent are preferred.
• Electrical Experience with 24/120/208/240/460-volts including single phase and three phase power supplies.
• Basic understanding of multiple welding process – Gas, Stick, TIG, MIG
• Food processing experience a plus.
• Experience with conveyance systems.
• Familiar with three phase electric motors, controls and trouble-shooting of failures.
• Familiarity with electric powered forklifts and pallet jacks a plus
• Good mechanical aptitude: Able to use hand tools, power tools, electrical multi-meters

Work Environment/Demands

• Fast paced berry-processing facility that operates 24 hours per day during harvest time of year.
• Working around elevated noise levels and fast moving machinery
• PPE required for work environment. Hardhat, Hearing and Eye protection.
• Use of full face air purifying respirators, after successful completing medical clearance and fit testing
• Must be able to regularly carry 10 lbs. and occasionally pick up and carry 25 to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods and at times use steps and ladders.
• Duties may include working in low temperature conditions in cold storage spaces or product coolers down to -50°
• Interact on a daily basis with production supervisor, lead staff and quality assurance department.

Pay: $37.25 – $42.55 per hour D.O.E.

 Shift: Primarily 11:00 pm – 7:30 am / 11:59pm – 8:30 am, availability required for overtime (as requested), some holidays, weekends, and occasionally differing shifts.

Starting Pay: $26.30 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, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, and Life Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety rules and practices including lock-out/tag-out procedures, chemical applications, personal protective equipment (PPE), etc.
• Work safely and set an example of safe working habits in all job duties per NFFC standards
• Perform established Sanitation tasks and perform duties in accordance with established Sanitation Departmental standards and USDA standards.
• Use of high-pressure hoses and concentrated cleaning solutions (including chlorine and bleach) to sanitize plant
• Use of ladders up to 10 feet with corresponding fall protection (harness) for sanitation effort as necessary
• Establish a strong attendance record with NFFC
• All other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 75 pounds while accomplishing repetitive tasks including but not limited to reaching, bending, scrubbing, and sanitizing
• Ability to pass a lock out/tag out training course
• Ability to pass the NFFC lift truck certification
• Ability to work in an extreme environment including a cold and wet environment
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job:

• The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB.
• Will regularly work near moving parts.
• Will frequently be exposed to refrigerated cold room.
• May be occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration.
• Will work around forklift traffic.
• Will work in a wet environment.

Physical Requirements

• Strength- Lift 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 100 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 alike using the feet 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.

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.

Inventory Control – Shack

Job Definition: This role coordinates with Quality Assurance to ensure consistent quality production of all products. It is a fast-paced position dedicated to inventory control. This position is responsible for issuing product to the appropriate production lines and ticketing finished product as it comes off the production floor.  You must be able to calculate the weight needed, track the weight issued to orders, and move on to the next when there is enough product.

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

Starting Pay: $21.35 – $23.55 per hour D.O.E.           Position Pay Range: $21.35 – $28.75

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 per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, and Life Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.

Position Responsibilities

• Knowledge of quality, resources, and day codes
• Bring computer system online, setting up screens for use, scanning bar code tickets in and out of freezer
• Create and apply bar codes to finished product with proper UPC code
• Manual warehouse bar coding and recording of item coding
• Set up and adjust printers, bar code printers and transaction printers
• Troubleshoot and recognize problems with the computer and inventory
• Monitor quality and product usage
• Send notifications to supervisors or production management regarding product standards
• Issuing product to the appropriate production lines and ticketing finished product as it comes off the production floor
• Calculate the weight needed and track the weight issued to orders
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally)
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicated in English
• Ability to effectively multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Availability for a variety of shifts
• Good attendance and performance record
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Intermediate computer skills
• Intermediate math 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.

National Frozen Foods Corporation in Chehalis, WA is eager to hire someone who has experience and/or education to provide support in our Maintenance department. All interested parties need to submit a resume.

Shift:  Primarily day shift off season. During the harvest season – availability required for varying 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 are available from the start of employment.

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

Position Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Basic troubleshoot/diagnose malfunctioning equipment, ability to estimate time for repairs, and perform the repairs.
• 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 organizationapplied for Refrigeration Maintenance Technician
• Willingness to work in a wet environment
• Other duties as assigned
• Seasonal shift work

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
• Basic electrical knowledge is a plus

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.

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.