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 Gainesville, GA production facility is a fully-cooked, ready-to-eat, further processing facility within the Premium Prepared Foods division (no birds). We create products for consumers, retailers, and foodservice customers around the globe. 

 

 

This Stuffer Operator position works  in a production area processing poultry products.  Requires working with raw and/or cooked products. Usually works five to six days a week; overtime may be required based on production needs.

 

 

Benefits:

Competitive Pay/Overtime Attendance Bonus. Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision and 401K company match. Access to your pay in advance with PayActiv. Paid time off and holiday pay. Career advancement opportunities within the organization. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Associate will operate the sausage stuffer machine according to specifications provided by plant management. Operator may be required to push carts of fresh product from cooler to the machine for processing. Operator will also be responsible for the correct set up of the machine for each job change and each product run. While machine is in operation, operator may be required to make appropriate adjustments, etc. Additional duties may include trouble shooting for problems and helping Maintenance with set ups and job changes, etc. Adheres to all safety requirements including PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters. Maintains clean and safe working environment. Participates in Company and department safety programs. Minimum Education

High School or equivalent not required but beneficial.

Experience Requirements

Worked  a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years.

Experience Preferred

Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing environment preferred.

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. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.  May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.  May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.  Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.  Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.  Able to stand for several hours.  Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching and bending frequently.

 

 

 

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.