Offal Technician (1st shift)
Georgetown, Delaware, United States Job ID 78042 Job Category MaintenancePerdue 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
The purpose of this position is to operate, clean and adjust equipment, prevent spills and removal of bi-product trailers from offal area. The essential function of this position is to service, maintain, and adjust production processing equipment, machinery, and plant facilities to maximize production up time.
Schedule: 4am - 2pm.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate offal equipment and process to ensure in all meat and feather loads meet quality and trailer weight standards: No trash or contamination, drained of water, targeting 40,000lbs per trailer. Over loaded trailers will be reprocessed to meet 40,000lb target.
- Perform preventive maintenance when scheduled, repairs when equipment break down occur and installation to all equipment in the offal process.
- Read and understand equipment manuals
- Transfer blood onto tankers by taking a 6’ hose 4” in diameter and placing it into blood tank, open wheel valve and visually monitor levels.
- Cover loads prior to removal from work area.
- Jockey trailers as needed in and out of offal to scale for weighing and draining pad
- Ensure offal area is kept clean inside and out.
- Clean and Wash down equipment, pit, walls and floors as needed
- Ensure all trailer tracking and process monitoring paperwork is filled out correctly daily
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience Requirements
Experience Preferred
Previous offal experience or technician experience in a manufacturing environment.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Exposed to plant and seasonal weather temperatures from 0 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Exposed to noise levels up to 115 dbs., Hearing protection is required per Perdue policy. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per Perdue policy. Chemical exposure which is covered under Perdue policy by PPE requirements. Bending, lifting and climbing is required. Included are exposure to chlorine, ammonia vapors, carbon dioxide (10 ppm), dry ice, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, and caustic detergent
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.
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