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.

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.