Production Associate

Production Associate

Join our team as a Production Associate and be part of the team that brings quality products to customers every day. In this role, you will support essential production and distribution operations by working with raw and or cooked packaged products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You may assist with setting up production lines, palletizing, picking, sanitation, box room operations, and handling totes, all while following safety and quality standards. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands on work, take pride in doing things the right way, and want to contribute to a team that values consistency, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Schedule: Monday through Saturday, 2:45pm-12:00am

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products
• Operates machinery and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to uphold food safety standards.
• Collaborates with team members to achieve production targets.
• Participates in company and department safety programs.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent not required but preferred.
• Experience in a distribution warehouse.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

When 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.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.

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.