Scanner/Pallet Jack Operator

Perdue Farms, Inc. • Washington, IN • 5h ago

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

Join our team as a Pallet Jack Operator in Portioning and help keep our production flow running strong! We're looking for a skilled, safety-driven operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in moving materials with accuracy and efficiency. In this role, you'll use powered industrial equipment to transport products throughout the facility, supporting storage, staging, docking, and production needs to keep operations on track. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to make a meaningful impact on our daily output, we want to hear from you!

Schedule : Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Utilize production schedules and/or shipping orders, transports materials or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility.

Move product packed on pallets or in crates as required.

Check to make sure loads are secure.

May need to stack empty pallets. Notifies supervisor of any pallets which are not in the correct locations.

Perform daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck's battery and lubricating equipment.

Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.

May be required to use RF scanner handheld unit to scan pallets.

Maintain a clean and safety working environment.

Performs all duties in a safe manner following facility guidelines.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.

Prior experience operating pallet jacks is required.

Preferred Education and Experience

High School or equivalent is beneficial but not required.

Experience in a poultry processing/manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

When in a plant environment:

Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100%humidity.

May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110db.

May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.

Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.

Able to stand for several hours.

Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.

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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