Union Meal Loader

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. 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

Perdue AgriBusiness, LLC has an immediate opening for a Union Meal Loader at our facility on Barnes Road in Chesapeake, Virginia.

The Soy Meal Loader is responsible for safely operating equipment related to loading trucks and to accurately control the flow of information in the loadout process, including data entry to the scale system database, weighing trucks, preparing shipment samples, preparing samples for shipment to customers and referee labs, and ensuring exemplary customer service for business partners. To assist Process Operators in the administrative duties related to loading trucks in order to improve efficiency of the loading process. This is a rotating shift.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform all work within safety and environmental guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies as well as company policies
• Conduct trailer inspections for adherence to food safety requirements
• Enter required data into scale system for shipments
• Organize information to assist with report generation for daily throughput, inventories, and efficiency
• Perform general labor, housekeeping and sanitation responsibilities as required
• Prepare samples for shipment to customers and labs based on individual requirements for each recipient
• Perform job within established cGMP’s
• Load trucks for shipment using conveying equipment and process control systems based on sales order information

Preferred Education

• High School Diploma or GED, Further education is preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 0 - 1 year of experience.
• Strong reading, writing, math and analytical skills.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Able to move freely throughout the agribusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0 -150'), carrying tools and equipment (0-50 lbs.), exposure temperatures (0-100) degrees Fahrenheit, humidity (0-100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available). Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus.

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.