Live Hanger (Perry Harvest)

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** The purpose of a Live Hanger is to remove live birds from a conveyor by their feet and hang them in shackles on a moving line at a specified rate. **Schedule** **_Day Shift:_** Monday-Friday 5:15am to approximately 2:30pm **_Night Shift:_** Sunday-Thursday 8:15pm to approximately 5:15am **Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities** + Work on a line and retrieve birds from a conveyor by the feet. + Holding a bird in weight ranging from 2 to 6 pounds by both feet. + Hanginf birds in shackles by feet on a moving line at a reach of approxiately 32 inches at a rate of 28 birds per minute (BPM). + Ensure that birds are placed in shackles properly to prevent bruising or damaging birds. + The position requires regular rotation. + Maintains clean and safe working environment. + Participates in Company and department safety programs. **Minimum Education** + High School or equivalent not required but beneficial. **Experience Requirements** + Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years. **Experience Preferred** + Experience in poultry processing/manufacturing environment preferred. + Prior experience hanging live chickens preferred. **Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements** **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 product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. + May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. + 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._