Refrigeration Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Refrigeration and Utilities Leader to oversee the plant's refrigeration and utilities operations in Perry, GA. You will supervise technicians, ensure safe and compliant operations, and drive reliability and production support.

Strong focus on equipment performance, maintenance planning, and team development is essential. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in an industrial setting with ammonia and freon refrigeration knowledge and a high school

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal experience in ammonia and freon refrigeration/steam boilers is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in an industrial environment preferred, with 5 years in related roles a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead refrigeration and utilities operations to keep critical systems running safely.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and supervise associates.
• Read manuals, PM sheets and safety policies; ensure equipment calibrated and maintained on schedule.
• Train and supervise team members using sound management practices.
• Ensure operations comply with OSHA safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Freon refrigeration

Industrial boilers

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

Keep critical systems running safely and efficiently by leading refrigeration and utilities operations at the heart of the plant. As a Refrigeration and Utilities Leader, you will oversee equipment performance, coordinate preventive maintenance, and guide team members to ensure reliable operations that support production and product quality. You will partner with operations and maintenance teams to solve challenges, improve processes, and maintain a safe, compliant environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in building strong teams and delivering dependable results.

Schedule:

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure all job duties are performed within Perdue and OSHA safety procedures including Lockout/Tag and the wearing of all personal protective equipment as required.

• Ensure the correct utilization of hand tools and industrial shop equipment.

• Read and correctly interpret manufacturer’s equipment manuals, PM sheets and safety policies and complete all required work sheets and machine check list.

• Ensure all machines are properly adjusted to operate at established performance standards.

• Ensure all calibrations, repairs, diagnostics, adjustments and PM work are accomplished in a timely manner to minimize down time.

• Use sound management practices in the training and supervision of associates.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Formal experience in and comprehensive knowledge of ammonia and freon refrigeration/steam boilers.

• 1-3 years of experience in an industrial environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 5 years’ related experience.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Work on floor conditions ranging from rough dry to wet slippery, work in a wet or humid environment and work outside in all seasonal weather (sun, rain, hot or cold).

• Personal protective equipment and training provided for working with any substance considered hazardous per MSDS sheet.

• Noise exposure between 80 and 110 db and light intensity between 20 – 100 f candles.

• Lift weight up to 60 lbs.

• Longest time in a single interval is 1-2 hours with 1-3 repetitions per minute.

• Temperature exposure ranges from less than 32°F to more than 75°F.

• Dampness exposure is ambient.

• Walking/standing surfaces are wet, dry, greasy, and on metal grating.

• Chemical exposure includes chlorinated water at less than 50ppm ammonia vapors at more than 5ppm, carbon fuel fumes, lubricating oils and hydraulic oils.

• Noise exposure is 100-104.2 dB with light intensity exposure.

• Tools used are knives, scissors, sharpening steel, shovel and mechanical hand tools (hammer, pliers, etc.).

• Equipment operation is forklift.

• Personal protection equipment/devices are hearing protection, vision protection (glasses/goggles), chain, gloves/arm guard, rubber gloves, cotton gloves, plastic sleeves, hard hat, apron, lab coat and hair net.

• Longest interval of time spent walking is 2-4 hours with 10-15 repetitions per minute.

• Maximum distance walked is more than 100 feet.

• Walking surface is dry, wet, greasy, rough, and/or uneven.

• Longest interval of time spent standing is 2-4 hours with variable mobility.

• Longest interval of time spent sitting is occasional to 1-2 hours with variable up down position.

• Occasional bending with 1-3 repetitions per minute.

• Maximum forward angle is less than 45 degrees, maximum angle backward is less than 2 degrees, maximum angle side is less than 10 degrees.

• Occasional twisting with 1-3 repetitions per minute.

• Maximum angle from forward is less than 30 degrees.

• Occasional lifting with 1-3 repetitions per minute.

• Maximum weight lifted is 16-45 pounds with 1-3 repetitions per minute.

• Starting position height of lift is floor level and final position height of life is 2-3 feet.

• Extension reach during lift is 18-24 inches.

• Body positions during lift is bending over, twisting more than 90 degrees and walking 6-10 feet.

• Occasional reaching with 103 repetitions per minute.

• Objects grasped are turkey parts, hand tools, equipment handles and containers.

• Objects are grasped with both hands.

• Percent time interval grasping is 76-100%.

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.