Production Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

About the role

Join our team as a Production Associate and be part of the team that brings quality products to customers every day. In this role, you will support essential production and distribution operations by working with raw and/or cooked packaged products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, take pride in doing things the right way, and want to contribute to a team that values consistency, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• Operates machinery and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to uphold food safety standards.
• Collaborates with team members to achieve production targets.
• Participates in company and department safety programs.
• Assists with setting up production lines, palletizing, picking, sanitation, box room operations, and handling totes.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience in a distribution warehouse is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors, including metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Ability to stand for extended periods 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°F and 100°F.
• May handle product varying in temperatures between 25°F to 50°F.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 dB to 110 dB.
• May be exposed to dust, feathers, and all chemicals used in poultry and food processing facilities.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors (10 ppm) and chlorine (less than 20 ppm).

Perdue Farms is 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 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.