Offal & Wastewater Operator | Safe, Efficient Production

Perdue Farms; Cromwell (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking an Offal Operator to help keep our production lines running safely and efficiently. You will operate and monitor offal and wastewater systems, load and load-out materials, and maintain documentation to ensure environmental compliance.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment, and a commitment to teamwork and safety. Employment is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and standard production expectations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Strong reading, writing, math, and analytical skills.
• 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Load offal and feather trailers to achieve greater than 40,000 lbs per trailer.
• Pump each tank to maintain less than 3% blood content.
• Drain trailers properly to maintain less than 2% free water.
• Maintain operation of system equipment during assigned shifts.
• Clean and wash Offal and Wastewater areas to maintain sanitation standards.
• Work safely with cleaning chemicals and wastewater treatment chemicals.
• Assist wastewater operator in maintaining proper effluent compliance.
• Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Maintain daily paperwork and documentation.
• Coordinate with rendering contractor to schedule loads when needed.
• Operate jockey truck and over-the-road tractor.
• Follow all safety procedures, including use of PPE, reporting unsafe conditions, Lockout-Tagout, and Process Safety Management protocols.
• Notify Lead Operator or Environmental Manager of mechanical, electrical, operational, environmental, or safety concerns.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Math skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Trucks/tractors

Welding equipment

Job description

Perdue Foods is seeking an Offal Operator to help keep our production lines running safely and efficiently. You will operate and monitor offal and wastewater systems, load and load-out materials, and maintain documentation to ensure environmental compliance.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment, and a commitment to teamwork and safety. Employment is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and standard production expectations.