Process Technician I

Process Technician I Washington, Indiana, United States Job

ID 79900

Job Category Production 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 We are seeking a Process Technician I to join our production team and play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. In this hands-on role, you'll set up, monitor, and adjust automated equipment while performing routine maintenance to help maximize efficiency and performance. This is a great opportunity to build technical skills, contribute to high-quality production, and grow within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Schedule :

Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities Set-up, operates, inspects, changes over and tears down assigned equipment-related components for proper operation. Perform Quality / Productivity checks and other assignments from Production supervision. Assists in equipment modify cations or rebuilds to ensure they can perform required production functions. Performs specified preventive maintenance as required, lubricating, cleaning and measurements. Perform Daily and Weekly Preventative Maintenance on the Multivac, Grasselli, DSI water jet, Radial Scale, Spiral freezer, Hot air tunnel, Proseal, and Ravenwood. Perform any minor repairs or part replacements requiring items such as consumable parts found during PM task or production runs. Report equipment issues or problems found during production runs or PM tasks to management. Create ServiceRequest for maintenance repairs. Adhere to all safety requirements. Train other production associates and Process Technicians as needed. Assist in CI projects, Maintenance repairs and activities. Weekend work will be required. Minimum Education and Experience Must have the ability to operate multiple systems and equipment within the production areas. Read/write English, math, and analytical skills. Successfully complete all identified training including CPT 120hr Certification within 6 months after start date. 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 Exposure to temperatures ranging from 40 - 50 degrees Fahrenheit Noise levels ranging from 85 - 88 dB Exposure to iodine at hand wash station Light intensity above 50' candles Ability to lift 80 lbs Ability to move throughout the department. 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.