Production Associate

Perdue Chicken; Dillon (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a production role in poultry processing. This position involves working with live poultry and various production tasks, ensuring safety and cleanliness throughout the process. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a company committed to innovation and quality in the food industry, where your contributions will directly impact the production of premium protein products. If you are ready for a rewarding career in food processing, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in poultry processing or manufacturing environments.
• High School Diploma is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process poultry food products at various stations on the production line.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Poultry processing

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.

Summary

This production position works in a production area processing poultry products. Requires working with live poultry, raw and/or cooked products. Typical assignments may include live hang, debone, cut up, evisceration, marination, stack off, Multivac, overwrap and/or sanitation. Usually works five to six days a week; overtime may be required based on production needs.

Rehires that have been gone for one (1) year or longer and have worked for us one (1) time, are eligible to apply for all shifts!

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• Maintains clean and safe working environment.
• Participates in Company and department safety programs.
• Adheres to all safety requirements including PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.

Minimum Education Preferred

• High School Diploma preferred but not required.

Experience Preferred

• Worked a minimum of six (6) months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past three (3) years.
• Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing environment preferred.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
• Able to stand for several hours. Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs.), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.

Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.