Live Production - Feed Mill Utility Tech
Hurlock, MD, US, 21643
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
The primary purpose of this position is to support the Feedmill in all aspects to include operations, administration and all other support functions associated with feed manufacturing. The incumbent will be proficient in operation, receiving, panel, dispatch, feed scheduling and the food safety plan. Work hours will be 7:00am-3:00p.m while in training, these hours may need to be adjusted after training is complete.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Able to serve in any position within the feed mill to provide support as needed and train new associates in receiving, panel, dispatch, feed scheduling and feed quality.
- Assist the Feed Mill Manager to ensure feed mill conforms to FDA, USDA, AMS, and Perdue requirements including CGMPs, BMPs, PVPs and the principles of animal food hygiene and animal food safety.
- Perform Daily inventory on soft stock ingredients and Grains.
- Perform housekeeping in designated assigned areas.
- Perform production related functions and support facility safety requirements and functions.
- Must wear all required PPE as defined by the positions in the mill and abide by all safety policies.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience Requirements
Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer in the past 3 years. Two or more years of feed mill manufacturing. Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word and Outlook. Ability to perform basic math functions to create accurate reports and maintain inventory levels.
Experience Preferred
Experience in maintenance and mechanical functions.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
- Position is exposed to environmental temperatures to include extreme cold, heat and humidity.
- Position works in a dusty and odorous environment associated with feed mill manufacturing.
- Must be able to navigate uneven terrain.
- Must be able to climb steps and ladders.
- Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs.
- Must wear all personal protective equipment as required by safety programs.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Cambridge MD