Refrigeration Technician - 3rd Shift- Demopolis

About Foster Poultry Farms

Foster Poultry Farms has been serving families since 1939. Our mission is to create great food and serve great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, consumers, animals, and environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.

The Refrigeration Technician will repair, install, and adjust all refrigeration equipment. The role will operate the ammonia refrigeration system and related equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with the plant Process Safety Management (PSM) Program. This position works closely with supervisors, department leads, and processing team members to ensure accurate operations and quality products.

• Must be at the workstation on time with all work apparel clean, sanitized, and all required safety equipment.
• Must obey all safety, USDA, HACCP, and plant rules and regulations.
• Must know shop mathematics, be able to interpret drawings, and use required tools.
• Must be able to work around Anhydrous Ammonia.
• Perform routine maintenance on Ammonia compressors, air system drying equipment, and air system controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

All personnel employed or associated with Foster Poultry Farms are responsible for the quality and food safety of company products. All employees receive a handbook and attend initial and annual food‑safety training sessions, with records maintained for each.

• Stand for up to 10 hours on a wet concrete floor.
• Withstand a cold (40‑48°F) environment.
• Withstand a hot (80°F+) environment.
• Safely lift up to 100 lbs.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Climb stairs and/or ladders.
• Work in confined spaces and heights.
• Push, pull, bend, kneel, and crouch/squat.
• Pass Hazmat physical and Pulmonary Test yearly.

• Work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and E‑verify.
• Read and write English.
• Have reliable transportation.
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Previous refrigeration or ammonia experience preferred.
• Communicate with all levels, including management.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Make decisions regarding deviations from procedures.
• Operate forklift and/or pallet jack safely and obtain a company‑issued forklift license.
• Wear company‑provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Accountability:
  Deliver on commitments.
• Collaboration:
  
  Achieve more as a team.
• Truth‑Seeking:
  Be open‑minded and act with humility.
• Initiative:
  Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
• Ownership:
  Take responsibility for results.
• Nimble:
  Operate with speed and agility.

This is a high‑impact opportunity to shape the future of maintenance and reliability in a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high‑quality food and great moments for millions of families.