Hatchery Production Associate

The Production Associate, plays a vital role in ensuring product quality and supporting smooth daily operations. In this role, you will demonstrate keen attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to safety as you manage production tasks that directly impact our standards and product excellence.

A successful candidate will collaborate with team members to monitor quality, maintain efficiency, and follow safety protocols that protect both the associate and team members. A high level of performance in this role is defined by your dedication to consistency, plus the ability to exceed production benchmarks, all of which offer you a path to grow within Perdue's supportive and development-focused culture.

• Full Time
• Travel:
  Minimal (if any)

• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Detail-oriented
• Team Player

At Perdue, we believe that success starts with our people. 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 as part of the Perdue family.

Salisbury, Maryland, United States

Apply Job 80360

Job Category Live Production

Date posted 07/01/2026

Join our team as a Production Associate and be part of the team that brings quality products to customers every day. In this role, you will support essential production and distribution operations by working with raw and or cooked packaged products in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You may assist with setting up production lines, palletizing, picking, sanitation, box room operations, and handling totes, all while following safety and quality standards.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in doing things the right way, and want to contribute to a team that values consistency, teamwork, and operational excellence.

This position has a base rate of $16.95 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

• Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products
• Operates machinery and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to uphold food safety standards.
• Collaborates with team members to achieve production targets.
• Participates in company and department safety programs.

• High School or equivalent not required but preferred.
• Experience in a distribution warehouse.

• Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
• May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 28 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May handle product varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees 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.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.

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.