Ranch Associate

Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: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.SummaryUnder general supervision, perform duties and tasks incidental to poultry barn cleanup and sanitation. Ability to understand and follow given instructions and procedures. Must not have exposure to poultry or birds outside of work.Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PMThis position has a base rate of $18.05 - $18.30 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Properly mix and administer vaccines to flocks in the field as prescribed by Grow Out management to maximize bird health and performance.
• Perform tasks such as field feed inventories, rodent bait station maintenance, temperature monitoring (thermal camera), and generator checks as prescribed by Grow Out management.
• Provide the Grow Out Manager with a weekly report regarding bird health and/or vaccination status.
• Communicate with Grow Out management daily regarding scheduling, vaccination, or producer issues.
• Pickup vaccines and supplies as needed for daily activities and coordinate vaccine inventory and usage with the Medication Department.
• Responsible for properly handling, storing, and disposing of vaccines in a prescribed manner.
• Properly care for and maintain vaccination equipment.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner complying with all company policies, state, and federal requirements.
• Cleanup company vehicle and equipment daily and follow all appropriate bio-security procedures.
• Comply and follow company requirements regarding bio-security, food safety, and poultry welfare programs and policies at all times.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Adhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures, and Process Safety Management related matters.
• Must not have exposure to poultry outside of work.Minimum Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent.Experience Requirements
    • 0 - 3 years of work experience.
    • Good oral and written communication, reading, math, and analytical skills.
    • Background in statistics preferred.Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
      • Must be physically able to work in chicken houses.
      • Exposure to seasonal weather conditions outside and up to 95 degrees inside.
      • Exposure to significant amounts of airborne dust and feathers.
      • Exposure to chicken manure and associated odors, including ammonia, especially in the production houses.
      • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
      • Required to perform moderate physical exertion to include pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
      • Must be able to climb to a height of 30' as well as perform significant bending, lifting, and stooping.
      • Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.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.
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