Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's 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

This position ensure compliance with all applicable safety related rules, policies and the complex ergonomics plan.  Able to identify and correct deviations to personal safety issues and food safety issues. Monitor and implement the company safety process.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect all areas daily & report to ensure all unsafe acts & conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Ramp-in and ergonomic program is evaluated for accuracy.
• Interview associates on knowledge of safety programs and appropriate training provided.
• Report food safety related concerns to QA/HACCP. 
• Be a leader in safety meetings and food safety meetings.
•  Support the corporate safety audit and BRC audits annually.

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.