Production - Weekend Shipping Loader- 1st

Perdue Chicken; Beaver Dam (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Shipping Loader, where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment processing poultry products. This role includes adhering to safety standards, working various stations on the production line, and ensuring a clean workspace. Opportunities for career advancement and comprehensive benefits are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits packages

Access to pay in advance with PayActiv

Paid time off and holiday pay

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months consecutive work history with one employer in past 3 years.
• Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• Maintains clean and safe working environment.
• Adheres to all safety requirements including PPE.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Join our team as a Shipping Loader! We’re looking for dedicated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. As a Production Associate, you’ll play a crucial role in various aspects of the production line processing poultry product.

Hours of Operation:

• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to your pay in advance with PayActiv.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Career advancement opportunities within the organization.

Purpose of Position:

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.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• 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.
• Maintains clean and safe working environment.
• Participates in Company and department safety programs.
• High School or equivalent not required but beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years.

Experience Preferred

• 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 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.

About the company

The Perdue name means the best quality, nutrition, and safety. Perdue chicken is 100% veggie fed with no animal-by-products. Taste the difference.

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