Area Coordinator

Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Yadkinville
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.SummaryProvides leadership, training and coaching to the Flock Advisor Staff through, but not limited to, production programs, health and safety programs, performance management, etc., to meet the company goals and objectives.Principal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvides leadership, coaching and development to all Flock Advisor personnel in the Breeder department and direct their activities to meet the goals and requirements of the department.Takes all necessary actions to provide a safe work environment for all associates. Communicates effectively with peers, producers, senior management, subordinates and non-company personnel to ensure performance and resolution of problems.Coordinates all production activities including but not limited to chick placements, feed deliveries, vaccinations, pullet movements, blood testing, flock supervision. Maintains productive relationships with contract breeder producers.Experience RequirementsHigh School or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in an Agricultural related field strongly preferred. Our ideal candidate will have:Ability to communicate effectively with management, internal and external customers as need beValid drivers license with no pointsEnvironmental Factors and Physical RequirementsMust be physically able to work in all locations including hatcheries, feed mills, chicken houses and processing plants. Exposed to seasonal weather conditions as well as significant amount of airborne dust, feathers. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to 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. Exposure to chicken manure and associated odors, including ammonia, especially in the production houses. Required to perform moderate physical exertion to include pushing pulling and lifting up to 75 lbs. Must be able to climb to a height of 30' as well as significant amount of bending, lifting and stooping.Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Keywords: Perdue Farms, Winston-Salem , Area Coordinator, Other , Yadkinville, North Carolina