Production Associate- Hatchery #10

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.

Summary

This position is responsible for the following duties

• Cleans hatchers, hatcher tops and hatcher room so as to maintain a low to zero bacteria and mold level.

• Empties hatcher racks back in to the hatcher room at completion of clean up.

This position has a target wage of $15.45 per hour.

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleans hatchers, hatcher tops and hatcher room so as to maintain a low to zero bacteria and mold level.

• Empties hatcher racks back in to the hatcher room at completion of clean up.

• Must be able to use broom, shovel, mop and scrub brushes to remove chick down, and work with chemicals to effectively wash and disinfect hatchers through hand scrubbing and high pressure washer.

• Must follow poultry welfare guidelines.

Minimum Education

• High school or equivalent

Experience Preferred

• Reading and writing skills preferred.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Exposed to temperatures ranging from 60 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit and humidities up to 100%.

• Exposed to chemicals, drugs and vaccines to be covered in MSDS training and hazardous communications.

• Use personal protective equipment as required.

• Ability to lift 4 lbs. to a height of 6 feet, to push 75 lbs. a distance of 75 feet and lift 20 - 25 lbs. to a height of 3 feet.

• Must be able to work in a wet, damp, dusty (chick down) environment.

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.