Live Hang Poultry Line Operator

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue Farms Inc. is seeking a Live Hanger to join our production team. You will work directly with live birds, placing them into shackles on the moving line to help start our processing flow and maintain product quality and safety.

The role is on the production line with a base hourly rate of $20.50, and available overtime and shift differentials. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies compensation and annual bonus opportunities may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.

Responsibilities

• Work on a line and retrieve birds by their feet from a conveyor.
• Hold a bird in weight ranging from 2 to 6 pounds by both feet.
• Hanging birds in shackles by their feet on a moving line at a reach of approximately 32 inches at a rate of 28 birds per minute.
• Ensure that birds are placed in shackles properly to prevent bruising or damaging.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Participate in Company and department safety programs.

Skills

Poultry processing experience

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Perdue Farms Inc. is seeking a Live Hanger to join our production team. You will work directly with live birds, placing them into shackles on the moving line to help start our processing flow and maintain product quality and safety.

The role is on the production line with a base hourly rate of $20.50, and available overtime and shift differentials. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies compensation and annual bonus opportunities may apply.