Hands-On Machine Operator – Production Maintenance

Perdue Farms Inc.; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the Harvest facility in Perry, Georgia. You will maintain, service, and repair production equipment and electrical systems to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role supports product quality and equipment reliability on the production floor, offering hands-on problem solving and opportunities to develop technical skills.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, in the Supply Department, onsite with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and understand manufacturers' equipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets and safety policies.
• Perform equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance and emergency breakdowns.
• Perform specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner with OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Company safety regulations.
• Monitor performance of equipment and informs maintenance and production supervisors of potential problems.
• Maintain logbooks by applying math skills through the equipment PM stages to calibrate machinery to performance standards.
• Provide hands-on training and direction to lower-level mechanics and techs in properly servicing, repairing and maintaining the equipment operated by the Company.
• Keep equipment clean throughout the shift and deep clean after shift. (if applicable).

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Industrial shop equipment

Job description

Perdue Farms Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the Harvest facility in Perry, Georgia. You will maintain, service, and repair production equipment and electrical systems to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role supports product quality and equipment reliability on the production floor, offering hands-on problem solving and opportunities to develop technical skills.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, in the Supply Department, onsite with emphasis on safety and teamwork.