Equipment Operator

Perdue Farms; Butler (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms in Butler, Georgia, is seeking an Equipment Operator to keep poultry feeding operations running safely and efficiently. In this hands-on role, you will operate tractors, skid steers, forklifts and related equipment to support daily activity and ensure reliable farm performance.

The role emphasizes safety, dependability, and teamwork in a production environment, with opportunities to contribute to day-to-day operations and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, writing, math and analytical skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating tractors or heavy equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, skid steers, and forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Maintain feeding operations with tractors and grain wagons.
• Hook up and disconnect grain carts, bush hogs, rollers, and other equipment as needed.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report issues.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Math skills

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

Skid steers

Forklifts

Job description

Equipment Operator

Butler, Georgia, United States

Job ID 81663

Job Category Live Production

Perdue’s Emerging Brands & Specialty Meats division leverages our core strengths in poultry while specializing in premium pork, beef, lamb, and pet nutrition segments while emphasizing health, sustainability, and convenience. Perdue's Emerging Brands & Specialty Meats 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 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

Keep poultry farm feeding operations running safely and efficiently as an Equipment Operator. In this hands‑on role, you will operate tractors, skid steers, forklifts, and other farm equipment to support daily feeding operations and maintain reliable farm activity. You will also connect and disconnect equipment, complete routine inspections, and report mechanical issues to help keep machinery operating effectively. This role is ideal for a safety‑focused, dependable team member who enjoys working with farm machinery and contributing to the day‑to‑day success of poultry operations.

Principal Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, skid steers, and forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Maintain feeding operations using tractors and grain wagons.
• Hook up and disconnect grain carts, bush hogs, rollers, and other equipment as needed.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report mechanical issues.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Demonstrate strong reading, writing, math, and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Perform repetitive work for 2 to 4 hours with 4 to 6 repetitions per minute in a single interval.
• Work in a variable temperature and ambient dampness.
• Walk or stand on all types of surfaces.
• Work with exposure to carbon fuel fumes and <5 PPM of ammonia vapors.
• Wear cotton gloves as personal protective equipment.
• Walk for <1 hour with 1 to 3 repetitions per minute at a maximum distance of >100 ft on all types of walking surfaces.
• Stand for 2 to 4 hours with variable mobility.
• Sit constantly for 2 to 4 hours.
• Bend for 2 to 4 hours with 4 to 6 repetitions per minute at a maximum forward angle and <2 degrees maximum backward angle.
• Work at a maximum side angle of 10 to 20 degrees.
• Twist for <1 hour with 1 to 3 repetitions per minute.
• Work at a <30 degree maximum forward angle.
• Lift for 2 to 4 hours with 4 to 6 repetitions per minute.
• Lift a maximum weight of 40 to 60 lb.
• Lift from floor level to final height of 0 to 6 inches.
• Reach 3 to 6 inches during lifting with variable body positioning.
• Reach for 2 to 4 hours with 4 to 6 repetitions per minute.

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.