Machine Operator- Overwrap - 1st Shift
BEAVER DAM, KY, US, 42320-9473
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
Summary
Join our team as a Overwrap Machine Operator! 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.
Purpose of This Position:
To work closely with overwrap maintenance and line leader to assure film is installed and maintained to keep machines running properly. Reworks packages that do not meet proper standards and requirements and assists line leader to setup the line at beginning of shift.
Hours of Operation:
- 8:30AM - 5:00PM
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
- Makes minor machine adjustment to assure film is aligned on all overwrap wrapping machines.
- Changes film on overwrap machines where setup by maintenance is not required and assist with setup changes.
- Reworks improperly wrapped product by repositions product in trays and starting product through wrapping again.
- Assists Line Leader to set up the overwrap department at beginning of shift.
- Maintain Safety, Housekeeping, and Quality Standards.
- Follow all safety requirements including proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Maintain clean and uncluttered work areas in work areas.
- Follow USDA and company Quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Notifies supervisor of any machine or process conditions that may be affecting production, quality, safety, or sanitation standards.
- Perform other job related duties and assignments as needed.
- Temporary transfer to other Further I positions as needed for job rotation, training, and replacement.
- Perform other reasonable job related duties and activities as directed by supervisor and management.
Minimum Education
High School or equivalent not required but beneficial.
Experience Requirements
Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years.
Experience Preferred
Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing environment preferred.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
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 product 25 degrees 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.
- 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, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.