Feed Quality & Operational Excellence Technician

Perdue Farms; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods in Maryland is seeking a Feed Quality and Operational Excellence Technician to drive quality, consistency, and continuous improvement across our feed manufacturing operations.

You will monitor production metrics, ensure regulatory and company standards, and collaborate with feed mill teams, nutritionists, veterinarians, and lab partners to deliver safe, high-quality feed while optimizing efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong reading, writing, math, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate feed quality parameters such as particle size, pellet durability, fines, moisture, and ingredient quality.
• Identify and implement improvements to meet or exceed feed quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, FSMA and cGMP/PVP policies.
• Develop proficiency in receiving, batching, pelleting, and loadout operations.
• Support 5S/6S and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to communicate expectations and resolve issues.
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and audit readiness for quality programs.
• Participate in daily operations to support safe, efficient production.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Perdue Foods in Maryland is seeking a Feed Quality and Operational Excellence Technician to drive quality, consistency, and continuous improvement across our feed manufacturing operations.

You will monitor production metrics, ensure regulatory and company standards, and collaborate with feed mill teams, nutritionists, veterinarians, and lab partners to deliver safe, high-quality feed while optimizing efficiency.