Foodmate Machine Technician - 3rd Shift
Perdue Farms · Dillon, SC · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Set up and maintain Foodmate machines – Make all blades are installed and proper adjustments are made to meet the standard goal percentage of meat left on bones and quality cuts specifications.
- To unjammed machines when necessary. Overall purpose is to keep production always running.
- To keep downtime to a minimum level.
- Set up the skinner on the Drum Debone Foodmate before start-up.
- Must complete all assigned PMs (Preventative Measures) even if it requires to do them on the weekend and explain the work that was done.
- Conduct hourly blade checks in order to verify that all blades are in place.
- Train all new incoming operators to the department.
- Be flexible with work schedule and able to work the other shift or another plant if needed.
- Inspect bone bins after each Foodmate to make sure no thighs or drumstick have fallen inside the bins.
- Able to order parts as needed and either do or assist with the Foodmate rebuilds.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
- Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
- Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
- May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 28 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May handle products varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
- May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
- Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
Minimum Education and Experience
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to become a certified Foodmate technician within 60 days from being placed in position.
- LOTO trained and certified.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience in a poultry processing/manufacturing environment.