Waste Water Tech - Plant 1 (Nights)

About Foster Farms

At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving 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, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.

Pay Rate: 22.75 per hour

(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour worked between 12:00am-4:59am)

Job Description:

• Control wastewater treatment systems to ensure the effluent water to the industrial ponds are within the defined limits.


• Control sludge de-watering equipment to ensure maximum separation of solids and water.


• Interpret samples drawn from DAF cells, solids tank, effluent water, centrifuge and belt presses and make adjustments to chemical feed and process systems to produce desired results.


• Enter collected data into the computer.


• Accurately record inventory of DAF chemicals on a rotation basis


• Truck spot sludge truck periodically


• Help maintain and improve quality and food safety, to ensure compliance with company quality standards and USDA regulatory requirements.


• General cleaning and/or assisting other crews if required


• Maintain safety, housekeeping and sanitation and disease control requirements while performing job duties


• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications:

• Six (6) months of experience in the operation of wastewater treatment plant solids de-watering equipment, preferred


• Must have knowledge of hazardous chemical handling, to include experience in and knowledge of the use of chemicals in the treatment of industrial wastewater.


• Must be able to use hand and power tools (such as grinder, drill, etc.)


• Must have good written and oral English communications skills


• Must have a demonstrated work history of dependability, particularly with regard to safety and attendance


• Must be able to work rotating shifts & weekends


• Must be able to pass written tests


• Must have clean DMV record and valid California driver’s license; must maintain a clean driving record


• Must be able to work with minimal supervision


• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent


• Must be trained in lock-out tag-out and safe work practices


• Must be able to bend, stoop walk and stand for prolonged periods of time


• Must be able to climb and work from ladders and in confined spaces safely


• Must be able to work from high altitudes, catwalks and roofs


• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds


• Must be able to work on wet concrete floors


• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and times dictated by production equipment requirements/needs


• Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.


• Collaboration: Achieve more by working 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.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at 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.