Feed Mill Receiving Operator - 1st Shift

Perdue Farms; Eagle Springs (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Feed Mill Receiving Operator to ensure timely and safe unloading of bulk ingredients, sampling and labeling, and inventory control. You will help maintain a clean receiving area and support safe production in a high-demand feed mill environment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced facility, with regular day shifts and mandatory use of PPE. Prior forklift experience is beneficial for handling daily material movements.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and math skills required.
• High School or equivalent is beneficial but not required.
• Mechanical background preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks by weighing in and out after unloading.
• Record material receipts and label samples.
• Inspect incoming loads to meet company standards and assist unloading.
• Perform inventory checks of raw materials.
• Direct materials to correct bins or tanks.
• Maintain clean receiving area to prevent contamination.
• Assist with mill housekeeping as needed.
• Operate rail car pullers safely.
• Assist with loading feeds and manufacturing when needed.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Sledgehammer

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

Keep feed production moving efficiently and safely by ensuring every ingredient is received, verified, and handled with precision. As a Feed Mill Receiving Operator, you will unload bulk, liquid, and micro ingredients from trucks and rail cars into the correct storage areas while sampling and verifying materials to maintain strict quality standards. You will help uphold a clean, organized receiving environment and play an important role in supporting safe, reliable feed manufacturing. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, hands-on team player who takes pride in accuracy, safety, and contributing to a high performing operation.

Schedule

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure trucks are weighed in before unloading and weighed out prior to releasing.
• Record receiving on appropriate forms, ensuring samples are pulled off each ingredient and properly labeled.
• Inspect all incoming loads of ingredients to determine if company standards are met as well as facilitate unloading by occasionally using a 15 1b. sledgehammer to remove ingredients.
• Perform inventory checks on all raw materials bins and report to the appropriate supervisor.
• Direct all raw material to proper bins/tanks according to assigned receptacle.
• Sweep and shovel receiving area between deliveries-to maintain cleanliness and to avoid ingredient contamination.
• Assist with general mill housekeeping when time permits or assigned by Mill Manager.
• Manually operate the rail car pullers in a safe manner.
• Assist with loading feed trucks and feed manufacturing when needed.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Reading, writing and math skills.

Preferred Education And Experience

• High School or equivalent is beneficial but not required.
• Mechanical background.
• Ability to operator forklift.

Physical Requirements And Environmental Factors

• Must be able to swing 15 lb sledgehammer.
• Exposed to all seasonal weather conditions, significant amounts of airborne dust and sustained noise levels > 85 db.
• Must wear personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to climb heights to 120 feet.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must use required protection when maneuvering on feed truck & rail cars.
• Frequent exposure to large commercial vehicles including tractors and trailers.

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.