Production Line Lead - 1st Shift

About the Role

Step into a leadership role and help drive production success. As a Breast and Wing Line Lead, you’ll oversee daily operations on assigned production lines or processing areas, supporting the department supervisor with workforce coordination and workflow execution. You’ll play a hands-on role in keeping production running safely, efficiently, and on schedule while helping guide and support team members on the floor. This promotional opportunity is ideal for motivated associates ready to grow their leadership skills, contribute to a positive work environment, and make a direct impact on team performance and production results.

Perdue Foods aims to become the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and retail and foodservice customers globally. As part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned business, we foster a culture built on teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and associates are encouraged to contribute to shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where team members feel valued and inspired to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee work at various stations along the production lines processing poultry food products.
• Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures, and Process Safety Management related matters.
• Ensure that the qualities of the products meet product specifications of QA and USDA.
• Ensure that all equipment throughout the departments is running smoothly.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Lead and train line team members.
• Monitor production lines for efficiency and quality.
• Implement safety protocols and report incidents.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Control labor and material costs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
• High School diploma or equivalent is beneficial but not required.
• Lead or supervisory experience in a production environment (preferred).

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

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 products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to dust, feathers, and all chemicals used in poultry and food processing facilities.
• 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, bending, and pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.