Job Description

Butterball, LLC, one of Americas most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices.
We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our companys measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Position Summary: This position is responsible for operating, monitoring, and providing preventive maintenance to the refrigeration system.

Essential Duties, Functions and responsibilities:

• Monitor refrigeration system to include compressors, components, condensers, air units and air conditioning units and perform preventive maintenance and repair as scheduled.


• Basic trouble shooting/repair/PM of all refrigeration and ice conveying equipment in plant and freezer areas.


• Ability to start up equipment during pre-shift such as ice maker and chillers.


• Electrical trouble shooting on process and refrigeration equipment.


• Complete paperwork and logs as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment


• Basic math skills required.


• Ability to take accurate measurements and maintain paperwork throughout shift.


• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies


• Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.


• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere


• Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.


• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States


• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English

Physical Requirements:

Standing (8 hours a day or more) Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more). Operating hand held and/or mechanical machinery. Walking/climbing stairs and ladders. Gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists. Bending and stooping for long periods of time. Ability to wear respirator and/or work in confined spaces.

Working Conditions/Department Description: Shifts are approximately 12 hours with one beginning around 4:00AM and the other around 4:00PM. Overtime and weekend work may be required. Ability to work in extreme temperature conditions, some below -20 degrees. Preventive maintenance is often scheduled on plant down days or Saturdays. There is mandatory seasonal work for approximately 5 to 6 weeks during the months of October and November, which includes working 7 days per week. Job assignments are subject to the supervisors discretion, and job duties may vary day-to-day depending on department needs. May work in damp, cold, hot, and warm environments and some jobs work in seasonal outdoor conditions Work with loud and noisy machinery and with or around chemicals/fumes/pungent odors

Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterballs Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request. Butterball

Job Tags

Contract work, Seasonal work, Outdoor, Shift work, Night shift, Saturday,

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