Vaccine Mixer

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Perdue Farms is 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.

Play a critical role in delivering healthy, high-quality chicks that support the success of Perdue Farms growers. As a Hatchery Vaccine Mixer, you will oversee the preparation, mixing, and administration of vaccines for in-ovo and day-one spray vaccination processes, ensuring accuracy, quality, and vaccine effectiveness. You will partner closely with hatchery leadership, processing teams, veterinarians, and vaccine suppliers to support best practices, maintain inventory and equipment, and drive operational excellence.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented team member who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is passionate about animal health, quality, and continuous improvement.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 4:30am - 4:30pm (Wednesday and Friday depending on business needs).

• Perform day-to-day hatchery vaccine mixing, preparation, cleanup, and laboratory care for all tasks associated with chick processing.
• Work closely with vaccine companies to incorporate practices that encourage optimal performance results.
• Participate in performance evaluations related to vaccine processes.
• Maintain vaccination equipment and ensure proper upkeep.
• Work closely with hatchery management and processing leads to ensure best practices and results during chick processing.
• Perform all duties assigned by management in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with hatchery and company standard operating procedures.
• Foster teamwork, cooperation, and positive morale.
• Guide processing personnel on starting and stopping chick lines based on vaccine preparation timing.
• Make decisions that protect vaccine efficacy and bird health.
• Communicate inventory replenishment needs to management to ensure adequate supplies are maintained.
• Communicate and follow direction from management, company veterinarians, their representatives, and vaccine suppliers.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to perform basic math and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to stay on task, manage time effectively, and follow directions.

• Ability to speak English and Spanish.
• Background in broiler hatchery operations.

• Work in an environment that includes standing and moving in an upright position on wet, dry, and frequently slippery concrete floors for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Lift overhead and control up to 35 lbs. to a height of approximately 84 inches.
• Work in temperatures ranging from less than 32° to 101.25° with ambient conditions and up to 100% humidity.
• Work for extended periods of up to 2 hours in temperatures ranging from 99° to 101° with approximately 82% humidity.
• Work in noise levels ranging from less than 50 dB to greater than 110 dB.
• Work in lighting levels ranging from less than 50 to 75-100 foot-candles.
• Bend, twist,…