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

As a Breeder Farm Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting the care and productivity of our breeder flocks. In this hands-on position, you’ll help gather eggs, care for hen turkeys, and maintain a clean, well-managed farm environment that supports daily operations. Your attention to detail and commitment to animal care will help ensure consistent, high-quality production while contributing to the overall success of the farm. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands on work, values attention to detail, and wants to make a meaningful impact in a team driven farm environment.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Travel continuously during shift throughout the hen turkey house on a litter and gravel surface to gather eggs, care for the hen turkeys, and maintain the hen house. 
• Push turkeys weighing up to 35 pounds off their nests to gather eggs.
• Pick up eggs from a conveyor belt at a rate of up to 16 eggs per minute.
• Lift items such as litter; feed; and egg baskets weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Move about the turkey hen house to check feeders; clean drinkers; spread litter and other duties necessary to care for the hen turkeys.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• In stationary positions or moving for up to 12 hours on a wet, moist, dry, greasy, smooth, rough, and uneven floors which includes concrete or litter surfaces with up to two (2) to four (4) hours in a single interval. 
• Ability to work from various ladders. 
• Exposure to and work in temperatures of<0 to >100 degrees Fahrenheit with ambient humidity, or dry exposure, noise exposure of <90 db, and light intensity range of <50 to >100 foot candles. 
• Bending, twisting, lifting, reaching, sitting, and grasping varies in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, height, longest interval of time, objects grasped, and body positions depends upon the task being performed. 
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions. 
• Exposure to chlorinated water <50 ppm, ammonia vapors >5 ppm, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, salt and other chemicals found in a poultry breeder operation.
• Must wear and/or use protective and safety equipment required for the job.

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.