Farm Laborer Lead (Butler/Mauk, GA)

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

This position directs and oversees poultry farm associates and assists management in daily farm operations. Requires working with live poultry in a Farm setting. Farms are located in Butler and Mauk, Georgia.

Shift

• Generally 7:00am-5:00pm

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees catching and placemement of birds.
• Adheres to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures, and Process Safety Management related matters.
• Directs and oversees farm assocites

Minimum Education

• High School or equivalent not required but beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Previous Lead, production or farm experience required.

Experience Preferred

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• This position requires 2 to 4 hours with 4 to 6 repetitions per minute in a single interval.
• Variable temperature exposure. Ambient dampness exposure.
• Walking or standing on all types of surfaces.
• Chemical exposure to carbon fuel fumes and <5 PPM of Ammonia vapors.
• Cotton gloves required to be worn as personal protection equipment and device.
• <1 hour of walking with 1 to 3 repetitions per minute at a maximum distance of >100 ft distance on all types of walking surfaces.
• 2 to 4 hours of standing with variable mobility.
• This position requires 2 to 4 hours of constant sitting and bending w ith 4 to 6 repetitions per minute at a maximum forward angle position and <2 degrees maximum backward angle & max side angle of 10-20 degrees.
• This position requires <1 hour of twisting with 1 to 3 repetitions per minute.
• The maximum weight lifted is 40 to 60 lb maximum weight lifted.
• Floor level height of starting position, Final position of height of lift is 0 to 6 inch.
• Up to 3 to 6 inches extension reach during lift/ Variable body position.

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.