Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.

Summary

The overall purpose of this position is to transfer drawer modules from trailers to elevators and return empty drawer modules back to trailers at a specified rate.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Using a forklift, transfer drawer modules from truck to elevator and return empty modules back to trailers at an average of one round trip every five minutes. Using high-pressure horse approximately 60 psi to rinse empty trailers. Using forklift, replace empty modules on clean trailer, which must reach a height of sex feet and lock down empty modules. Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.

 

Minimum Education Reading, writing, math, and analytical skills are required. A High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Experience Requirements

Must obtain a forklift operations license through Perdue training and testing.

Experience Preferred

Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing environment preferred.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

When in a plant environment: 

Wear protective equipment as required by Perdue. Working stationary at 2-3 hour intervals with a normal duration of 6 hours shift. Temperature ranges of 50-90 degrees Fahrenheit. Work with noise levels of 85-96 db in an almost dark environment. Ability to move in and around receiving area.

 

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.