Pellet Mill Operator - Perdue Farms Inc

Date:Sep 30, 2024 Location: Hurlock, MD, US, 21643 Req ID:74326 Job Function:Live Production 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

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Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to insure the production of quality feed and support 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 8:00am-4:00p.m while in training, these hours may need to be adjusted after training is complete

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Principal and Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Monitor and maintain the pelleting equipment to include sampling and equipment maintenance

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Stock and inventory micro ingredient and finish feed

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Maintain work area to comply with housekeeping and safety programs 4

Maintain associated paperwork to avid errors

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Perform any other duties as outlined by management and necessary for operation

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Perform all hourly, daily equipment checks

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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

Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word and Outlook

Ability to perform basic math functions to create accurate reports and maintain inventory levels

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Experience Preferred

Experience in maintenance and mechanical functions

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Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

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Position is exposed to environmental temperatures to include extreme cold, heat and humidity

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Position works in a dusty and odorous environment associated with feed mill manufacturing

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Must be able to navigate uneven terrain

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Must be able to climb steps and ladders

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Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs

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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