Machine Operator, 1st shift Acorn

Farmer Focus • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus’s mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Position Summary The machine operator is responsible for diligently maintaining superior quality, productivity, and maintenance standards for an assigned area and equipment while adhering to all Safety programs.

Requirements

• General mathematic ability required to perform job.
• Should possess the ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to read and write to safely utilize lockout/tagout and confined space entry program.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings.
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures.
• Must be able to work assigned days/shifts (including some weekends).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts.
• Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified.
• Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, in regard to time as well as resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees