Refrigeration Superintendent

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.

The Refrigeration Superintendent provides leadership and manages the work environment by means of the Quality Improvement Process and employs the team management concept within the Maintenance department to meet production requirements and company goals.

• Manages and supervises general associates including hiring, training, and developing associates to ensure production requirements and goals are met at least cost.
• Provides timely, accurate, and consistent reports, i.e., safety, production, cost administrative, etc. to ensure production requirements and goals are met at least cost.
• Provides a safety work environment for all associates eliminating unsafe acts or conditions.
• Ensures the Quality Improvement Process and team management concept are employed within areas of responsibility.
• Controls costs and assets managed within established goals.
• Manages the installation of new equipment; maintains a chain efficiency of 98% while maintaining quality and ensuring associated and plant safety.

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree highly preferred.
• Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

• 3 – 5 years experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong reading, writing, math, and analytical skills required.
• Technical courses in electrical, hydraulics, and ammonia refrigeration highly preferred.
• Requires some travel to remote facilities and plants for meetings.

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° to 100° Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25° to 50° 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 10 ppm 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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Manufacturing