Ranch Associate

Perdue Farms; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

401(k) with employer match

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid time off

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Perdue Foods, part of Perdue Farms, seeks a Ranch Associate to maintain clean, safe poultry housing and support daily operations in our barns. You will focus on sanitation and animal care, following established procedures to ensure biosecurity and production quality.

The role offers a base rate of $20 per hour with potential premiums, overtime, and an annual bonus. Benefits include medical, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, and other coverage. Schedule: Mon-Fri, 7:00am-4:00pm.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of work experience.
• Good communication, reading, math, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Properly mix and administer vaccines to flocks in the field as prescribed by Grow Out management to maximize bird health and performance.
• Perform tasks such as field feed inventories, rodent bait station maintenance, temperature monitoring, and generator checks as prescribed by Grow Out management.
• Provide the Grow Out Manager with a weekly report regarding bird health and vaccination status.
• Communicate with Grow Out management daily regarding scheduling, vaccination, or producer issues.
• Pick up vaccines and supplies as needed for daily activities and coordinate vaccine inventory and usage with the Medication Department.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of vaccines in a prescribed manner.
• Maintain vaccination equipment.
• Operate company vehicle safely following all policies and laws.
• Clean vehicles and equipment daily and follow bio-security procedures.
• Adhere to safety rules and PPE usage; report unsafe conditions.
• Must not have exposure to poultry outside of work.

Skills

Communication skills (oral & written)

Reading skills

Math skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Statistics background

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

As a Ranch Associate, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment within our poultry barns. This hands-on position focuses on barn sanitation and cleanup, helping ensure the highest standards of animal care and biosecurity. Working under general supervision, you’ll follow established procedures and contribute to daily operations that support successful poultry production, making a meaningful impact through reliable, detail-focused work.

This position has a base rate of $20 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Schedule : Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Properly mix and administer vaccines to flocks in the field as prescribed by Grow Out management to maximize bird health and performance.
• Perform tasks such as, but not limited to, field feed inventories, rodent bait station maintenance, temperature monitoring (thermal camera), and generator checks as prescribed by Grow Out management.
• Provide the Grow Out Manager with a weekly report with regards to bird health and/or vaccination status.
• Communicate with Grow Out management daily regarding scheduling, vaccination, or producer issues.
• Pick up vaccines and supplies as needed for daily activities and coordinate vaccine inventory and usage with the Medication Department.
• Responsible for properly handling, storing, and disposing of vaccines in prescribed manner.
• Properly care for and maintain vaccination equipment.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner complying with all company policies, state, and federal requirements.
• Clean up company vehicles and equipment daily and follow all appropriate bio-security procedures.
• Comply and follow company requirements regarding biosecurity, food safety, and poultry welfare programs and policies always.
• Maintain safety working environment.
• Adhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.
• Must not have exposure to poultry outside of work.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of work experience.
• Good communication (oral and written), reading, math, and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Background in statistics.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Must be physically able to work in chicken houses.
• Exposure to seasonal weather conditions outside and up to 95 degrees inside.
• Exposure to significant amounts of airborne dust, and feathers.
• Exposure to chicken manure and associated odors, including ammonia, especially in the production houses.
• Required to perform moderate physical exertion to include pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb to a height of 30' as well as significant amount of bending, lifting, and stooping.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

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.