Hatchery- Lead- 1st Shift
BEAVER DAM, KY, US, 42320-9473
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.
Summary
Join our team as a Production Associate! We’re looking for dedicated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety.
Hours of Operation:
- 5:00AM to 1:30PM
Purpose of the Position:
Provides work direction and training to Hatchery associates, monitoring equipment functions, maintaining the best possible environment for hatching the healthiest, highest quality chicks for placement with company growers.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- 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
- Monitors operations of egg setters and hatchers, ensuring consistent proper temperature and humidity levels are maintained.
- Conducts and records machine checks every three hours.
- Identifies and resolves common equipment malfunctions in a timely manner.
- Coordinates receipt of nightly eff shipments verifying accuracy of shipping documentation.
- Arranges flocks within eff room to facilitate identification and movement at required set times.
- Reloads EFF truck with filled buggies.
- Ensures EFF room is cleaned and disinfected weekly and/or as required.
- Prepares set sheet ensuring proper eff rotation based on eff pack dates.
- Coordinates setting of eff buggies nightly, transferring from farm buggies to setter racks.
- Prepares hatchery for daily processing.
- Coordinates padding of chick boxes nightly, ensures trash is emptied, starts boiler, loads box de-stacker, moves empty eff buggies from tray wash room to hatch halls.
- Coordinates and performs salmonella intervention, pouring formaldehyde in hatchers at designated intervals following transfer.
- Oversees and performs hatchery disinfection, ensuring all set and hatch halls are fogged nightly.
- Operates try wash machine, washing chick boxes weekly or as required.
Minimum Education
- High school or equivalent
Experience Preferred
- High school and 1 year experience in hatchery processing preferred.
- Some basic mechanical/electrical knowledge also preferred.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
- Exposed to temperatures ranging from 60 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit and humidities up to 100%.
- Exposed to chemicals, drups and vaccines to be covered in MSDS training and hazardous communications.
- Use personal protective equipment as required.
- Ability to lift 4 lbs. to a height of 6 feet, to push 75 lbs. a distance of 75 feet and lift 20 - 25 lbs. to a height of 3 feet.
- Must be able to work in a wet, damp, dusty (chick down) environment.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.