Job Description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

To perform the daily care of live poultry at the farm. To perform complete breakdown/cleanout procedures. Performing duties related to research including following feeding programs, following weighing programs, and procedures.

This position has a target wage of $18.00 per hour. Overtime may be scheduled as needed and directed by management.

Work Schedule 

• Hours of Work: Generally 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (with two 15 minute breaks and ½ hour for lunch) as scheduled by management with starting and quitting times varying according to workload and scheduling. 
• Days of Work: Normally rotating 5 days/wk as scheduled by management and Sat., Sun., and Holidays if needed by operations and approved by management.
• Note: The hours and days of work are established as needed by operations and at the discretion of management and while generally as shown below may be changed (increased or decreased) by management as required.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Daily care and handling of live poultry under the guidelines of the Poultry Care Program including euthanasia of sick or injured birds and removing of mortality.
• Assist in data collection including weighing live birds, weighing and distribution of feed, preparing birds for processing, collecting biological samples, yield and meat quality information.
• Ensure research protocols and best practices of data collection are followed.
• Clean out and set up of poultry houses.
• Assist in egg sets, transfers, hatches and clean up at the hatchery.
• Assist in maintenance of poultry houses and equipment as assigned.

Minimum Education

• High School degree or equivalent preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Reading, Writing, and Math Skills. 

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

The environmental factors and/or physical requirements of this position include the following:

• Exposure to all seasonal weather conditions.
• Exposure to a typical poultry house conditions including airborne dust, feathers, manure, ammonia gas up to 25 ppm and humidity up to 100%.
• Various chemical to be covered in the MSDS and Hazardous Communication Training.
• To move through mud, manure, dirt, grass, metal grading, concrete floors (wet or dry) with a significant amount of bending, twisting, stooping, lifting (up to 100 pounds), and walking 4 miles daily.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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