Careers at Soyboy

Jobs SoyBoy in Rochester, NYWe love our team!
People ask us all the time why SoyBoy is such a great place to work. Some of our employees might talk about the benefits package or the stability of the job. We think it’s because of the people. We’re a family, and everyone on the SoyBoy team knows that they’re really cared about as people and as human beings. The average employee has been with us for 10 years, but some have been working with us for decades! We know that the people make the magic happen, so we’re always working to make the workplace even better for the individuals who bring SoyBoy Tofu & Tempeh to life.

We describe our company culture as:

  • Detail-oriented — quality and precision-focused
  • Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
  • Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative

We offer:

  • On-the-Job Training
  • Pay increase after qualification
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401K plan with 5% match
  • Annual 401K bonus to permanent employees
  • 16 Paid Holidays
  • Paid sick and vacation time
  • Complimentary Tofu & Tempeh Products
  • A consistent schedule with potential to pick up overtime hours
  • A positive, results-driven environment
  • Opportunity for growth & promotions

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Way back in 1977, we decided to build SoyBoy headquarters in Rochester, New York, and we’ve been a local company ever since. We’re excited to hire and offer great benefits right here in our hometown. When you buy our local, USA-made products, you’re supporting jobs in Upstate New York. We consider everyone who eats, serves, and sells SoyBoy products to be part of the family, but if you’d like to actually become part of our team, consider applying for one of our open positions.

Packaging

 

$17.80 per hour  /  Full-Time  /  Day Shift  /  Monday – Friday

Temp to start, permanent after evaluation period

Responsibilities:

  • Safely handle and package food products
  • Case-pack and stack finished products
  • Set up, operate, and clean packaging equipment
  • Wearing gloves, work with hand submerged in cold water
  • Occasionally work in freezers handling frozen products
  • Must be able to follow workplace safety rules and cleanliness standards
  • Process product according to operating procedures and quality expectations
  • Good attendance and punctuality

Qualifications:

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds and work in areas where repetitive motion is required
  • Must be able to work on feet for periods of time
  • Northern Soy is not located on a bus line. Applicants need reliable transportation

Food Production

$20.00 – $22.00 per hour  /  Full-Time  /  Day and Evening Shifts  /  Monday – Friday

Temp to start, permanent after evaluation period

Responsibilities:

  • Set up, operate, and clean automated production equipment
  • Use pallet jacks, rolling racks, and carts to move materials throughout the facility
  • Willing and capable of working overtime, as needed, to ensure production and evening sanitation is completed
  • Must be able to follow workplace safety rules and cleanliness standards
  • Process product according to operating procedures and quality expectations
  • Must be able to work in hot and cold conditions, including coolers and freezers

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds – this is a very physically demanding role
  • Must be able to work in a stationary position, on feet, for extended periods of time
  • Northern Soy is not located on a bus line. Applicants need reliable transportation

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

$22.00 – $35.00 per hour  /  Full-Time  /  Day and Evening Shifts  /  Monday – Friday w/ Occasional Weekend Work

 

Responsibilities:

  • Comprehensive three-phase industrial electrical wiring
  • Automatic control system setup and maintenance
  • Schematic and ladder diagram reading
  • Motors and motor controllers
  • Gearboxes, belt drives, bearings, and miscellaneous mechanical systems
  • Basic industrial plumbing (copper, black iron, stainless steel)
  • Light-duty welding
  • Diagnose and repair bad bearings, chains, and sprockets

Qualifications:

  • Must own basic tools
  • OSHA Forklift Certification
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a manufacturing setting
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation is a plus
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent attendance, integrity, and punctuality
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as with others
  • Northern Soy is not located on a bus line. Applicants need reliable transportation