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

The Hatchery Worker is responsible for working in all areas of the hatchery, with the primary responsibilities being to work on the transfer crew and processing crew as needed.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs duties in all areas of the hatchery as assigned:

Trays eggs from farm racks or cases into incubator racks.

Loads incubators according to schedule

Cleans and disinfects incubators, hatchers, egg room, processing room and hatchery equipment

Transfers eggs from incubators to Hatcher trays as part of the Transfer Team and subject to those SOPs.

Assists in all chick processing functions

Monitors machines and equipment for proper operation and documents findings. Makes adjustments as necessary or informs supervisor when machine or equipment performance is deficient.

Performs minor maintenance duties as required to cover for vacations or absence.

Observes all company personnel, safety, quality and food safety and food safety policies.

All other duties as assigned.

Must not raise any poultry or birds.

Minimum Education

Experience Requirements

Ability to lift egg cases weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability to work independently

Ability to input data into tablet

Ability to adapt and learn various positions and procedures

Experience Preferred

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Compensation

This position has a base rate of $19.00 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable.

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, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

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.