Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.SummaryJoin our team as a Production Associate! We’re looking for dedicated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. As a Production Associate, you’ll play a crucial role in various aspects of the production line processing poultry product. This position requires working with live poultry and raw products. Typical assignments may include live hang, debone, cut up, evisceration, marination, stack off, Multivac, overwrap and/or sanitation.COOK PLANT LANGUAGE ONLY. DELETE IF NOT APPLICABLE: Join our team as a Production Associate! We’re looking for dedicated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. As a Production Associate, you’ll play a crucial role in various aspects of the production line processing poultry product. This position requires working with cooked products. Typical assignments may include, packing, palletizing, grinding, marination, stack off, Multivac, overwrap, and/or quality control.Shift(s)
Monday – Friday 6am – 2pm, with overtime as required.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
Access to your pay in advance with PayActiv.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Career advancement opportunities within the organization.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food product.
COOK PLANT LANGUAGE ONLY. DELETE IF NOT APPLICABLE: Works at various stations along the production line boxing packaged product.
Operates machinery and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
Inspects poultry products for quality and consistency.
Packages and labels finished products accurately and efficiently.
Maintains a clean and organized work area to uphold food safety standards.
Collaborates with team members to achieve production targets.
Minimum Education
High School or equivalent not required but preferred.
Experience RequirementsExperience Preferred
Experience in protein processing/manufacturing preferred.
Environmental Factors and Physical RequirementsWhen in a plant environment:
Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 28 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
May handle product varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
