Hatchery Maintenance Mechanic I - 1st Shift

About the role

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. As a Feed Mill Maintenance Mechanic I, you play a vital role in keeping our hatchery running at peak performance. You maintain, service, and repair production and electrical equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. By proactively troubleshooting issues and supporting preventive maintenance efforts, you help minimize downtime, protect product quality, and support the critical work of delivering healthy, high-quality chicks every day.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and understand manufacturers' equipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets and safety policies.
• Perform equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance and emergency breakdowns.
• Perform specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner with OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Company safety regulations.
• Monitor performance of equipment and informs maintenance and production supervisors of potential problems.
• Maintain logbooks by applying math skills through the equipment PM stages to calibrate machinery to performance standards.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent.
• 0-2 years’ experience.
• Reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Must have all personal tools and