Chemical Process Technician - Food Production & Safety

Perdue Farms Inc.; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms Inc. in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to operate and maintain equipment for antimicrobial applications.

You will work with production and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient processes that meet quality and food safety standards. The role offers a base rate of $25.50 per hour, with pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable, plus an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with chemical handling and dosing pump applications.
• Knowledge of blueprints and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operate the PCC system to meet intervention requirements for on-time shift startup and maintain continuous production in the facility.
• Perform titrations of intervention levels accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document results clearly and make necessary adjustments to maintain control.
• Complete all documentation associated with bird temperatures, PAA levels, pH, makeup water GPM, and water levels.
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed and submitted to the QA/HACCP office at the end of each shift.
• Report system issues to facility leadership, including maintenance and production.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and maintenance of systems.
• Utilize all chemical safety processes and personal protective equipment in accordance with company policy.
• Communicate with chemical vendors and technical support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.]

Skills

Chemical handling

Dosing pumps

Blueprints & schematics

Reading skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perdue Farms Inc. in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to operate and maintain equipment for antimicrobial applications.

You will work with production and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient processes that meet quality and food safety standards. The role offers a base rate of $25.50 per hour, with pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable, plus an annual bonus.