Machine Operator - 1st Shift Acorn

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.

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: Acorn Operations

Reports To: Acorn Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Acorn Plant

Work Arrangement: On‑Site

Shift /

Schedule:

Full‑time

Travel Requirements: N/A

Employment Type: Full‑time

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining assigned production equipment at Farmer Focus’s Acorn packing plant. This role supports safe, efficient, and high‑quality production by maintaining strong quality, productivity, and equipment standards while following all safety programs, food safety requirements, and company procedures.

The Machine Operator plays an important role in supporting packing plant operations by identifying mechanical concerns, communicating equipment issues, completing assigned tasks accurately and efficiently, and helping ensure production equipment runs safely and effectively.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain assigned machinery and equipment in the Acorn packing plant.
• Maintain superior quality, productivity, and equipment standards for assigned areas and equipment.
• Follow all safety programs, procedures, and company requirements.
• Maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Identify parts, equipment, or machines that need new or replacement parts.
• Respond to production area requests when mechanical or equipment issues have been identified.
• Communicate with production management and production team members to diagnose equipment issues and determine potential mechanical problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment as required.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently, using time and resources effectively.
• Read and follow lockout/tagout and confined space entry procedures as required.
• Read and interpret documents, instructions, and drawings related to the role.
• Support equipment reliability, production flow, and safe plant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation Range: $19.50

Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well‑being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi‑subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

• General mathematical ability required to perform the job.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to read and write well enough to safely use lockout/tagout and confined space entry programs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, instructions, and drawings.
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to identify mechanical issues and communicate concerns to production management and team members.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to work assigned days and shifts, including some weekends.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, production standards, and company policies.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Experience operating machinery or production equipment in a manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, packing, or production environment.
• Experience performing basic preventive maintenance.
• Basic…