Box Room Attendant - 1st Shift

Box Room Attendant - 1st Shift

Dillon, South Carolina, United States

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Job ID 81768 Job Category Production

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. 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

Support efficient production operations by ensuring boxes and packaging materials are prepared, stocked, and available where needed. As a General Labor - Box Room Attendant, you will load and fold boxes, supply production lines, manage packaging inventory, and assist with bag-inserting equipment while rotating to other department duties based on operational needs. You will work independently and as part of a team to maintain safe, organized, and reliable support for finished-product packaging. This role is ideal for a dependable, safety-focused candidate who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes accountability for quality work.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Load boxes by lifting them overhead and positioning them on the automatic folding machine; manually fold handmade boxes as needed.
• Issue inventory materials to the production floor and return unused materials to stock.
• Insert bags into boxes and assist with bag changes on the bag-inserting equipment.
• Stack boxes for satellite production areas and inventory storage.
• Feed boxes down production chutes as needed.
• Monitor glue levels and keep glue pods properly filled.
• Follow all safety requirements, including using required personal protective equipment, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, complying with Lockout/Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management requirements, and maintaining good housekeeping standards at all times.
• Rotate to other duties within the department based on operational needs.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Related experience in a poultry or food processing environment.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Work primarily on dry and moist floors, including concrete, metal, and plastic grating surfaces.
• Work in temperatures ranging from 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, with ambient to 100% humidity.
• Handle products ranging from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Work in noise levels ranging from 50 dB to 110 dB.
• Work with exposure to dust and chemicals used in a poultry food processing facility.
• Wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Work with occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors up to 10 ppm and chlorine below 20 ppm.
• Stand for 8-10 hours.
• Lift up to 50 lbs., reach, bend, and push boxes on the 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.

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