Hatchery Utility Laborer

Perdue Farms; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms is seeking a Hatchery Utility Laborer in Vincennes, IN to support daily hatchery operations. You report to the Hatchery Manager and assist across multiple hatchery tasks to keep operations moving smoothly.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:00am to 3:30pm and involves working with the assistant manager on special projects, covering open positions during absences, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hatchery operations by supporting sanitation and daily tasks.
• Assist with service line duties, including declawing, debeaking, injecting, and stacking boxes.
• Support maintenance and cross-train across hatchery positions.
• Cover open positions during absences and assist the Hatchery Manager on special projects.

Skills

Strong reading, communication, math,

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hatchery Utility Laborer

Vincennes, Indiana, United States Apply Job ID 81905 Job Category Live Production

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 the Vincennes Hatchery clean and daily operations moving with dependable, hands-on support. As a Hatchery Utility Laborer Premium associate reporting to the Hatchery Manager, you will contribute across hatchery operations and help cover open positions during absences. You will work with the assistant manager on special projects and assist other areas as needed. This role is ideal for someone with strong communication and analytical skills who enjoys varied, hands-on work and supporting a team.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00am-3:30pm

Principal Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following principal and essential duties and responsibilities must be fulfilled with or without reasonable accommodations to achieve the essential purpose of this position.

• Perform sanitation duties, including washing and sanitizing hallways.
• Pull hatcher buggies.
• Assist with service line duties, including declawing, debeaking, injecting, and stacking boxes.
• Assist with clean room duties.
• Load trucks.
• Assist maintenance as needed.
• Know all jobs at the hatchery and assist in open positions during absences.
• Assist the assistant manager with special projects.

Decision-making responsibilities: None.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Work on wet concrete surfaces with personal protective equipment provided.
• Be able to bend, squat, stoop, pull, lift, and climb for 3-hour intervals.
• Be able to lift a maximum of 20 pounds overhead.

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.