Job Information
Perdue Farms, Inc. Production Associate in Mount Vernon, Washington
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 or raw products. Typical assignments may include live hang, debone, cut up, evisceration, stack off, Multivac, overwrap, and/or sanitation. Normally works five to six days a week ; overtime may be required based on production needs.
This position has a wage range $18.05 - $21.05 per hour with negotiated increases and is eligible for comprehensive benefits.
Benefits
Perdue offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short and long-term disability protection, and flexible spending accounts. Perdue also offers a 401(k) savings plan with company match.
On site FREE Medical care
Access to your pay daily before payday!
Daily overtime (after 8 Hrs.)
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
$3,000 Retention Payout:
$600 @ 30 days
$600 @ 60 days
$600 @ 90 days
$1,200 @ 6 months
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Work at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products
Adhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters
Prevent and report unsafe acts and conditions
Perform lockout-tagout procedures
Maintain clean and safe working environment
Participate in Company and department safety programs
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
Exposure to extreme temperatures (28-100 Degrees Fahrenheit)
Humidity (0-100%)
May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit
Noise (50db. - 110db.)
May be exposed to dust, feathers, and all chemicals used in poultry processing facility
Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company
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.