
SAFETY TRAINER 2nd Shift
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Job overview
The Safety Trainer leads safety training for team members and helps ensure they understand and follow federal, state, local, and company requirements. The role tracks training completion, class schedules, resources, and program statistics, and maintains current Lock Out Tag Out, Powered Industrial Truck, maintenance safety, and monthly awareness training. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with weekend work as required.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
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
Join our team as a Safety Trainer, where you’ll inspire, educate, and empower associates to work safely every day. In this key role, you’ll lead safety training for all team members, ensuring they understand and follow federal, state, local, and company requirements. If you’re passionate about teaching, building strong safety habits, and making a real impact on our workplace culture, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and help keep every associate safe.
This position has a base rate of $20.00 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.
Schedule : Monday through Friday from 4:00pm to 2:00am with weekend work (Saturday and/or Sunday) as required based on department schedules and production needs.
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Performs administrative duties to track completion of training, scheduling of classes and resources, compile and prepare statistical information on training program status.
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All Lock Out Tag Out Authorized training is 100% current and up to date each quarter.
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All Powered Industrial Truck Authorized training is 100% current and up to date each quarter.
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Ensure all Maintenance Safety Training is current.
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Keep track of and ensure 100% completion of all required monthly awareness topics
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Perform other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
Preferred Education and Experience
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High School or equivalent is beneficial but not required.
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Experience in a poultry processing/manufacturing environment.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
When in a plant environment:
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Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
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May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and100% humidity.
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May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
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May be exposed to noise ranges of 50db to 110 db.
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May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facility.
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Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
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Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
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Able to stand for several hours.
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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.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,383 open Trainer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$20/hr
- Virginia median$17–23/hr25 hourly ranges
- US median$25–32/hr602 hourly ranges
This rate, $20/hr, is 4% below the Virginia median midpoint ($21/hr) — in the middle half of Trainer hourly ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 140 open Trainer jobs in Virginia and 2,383 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
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- Experience
- Trainer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 5 years (1,501 postings).
- Education
- 695 of the 2,383 open Trainer jobs (29%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Pay, requirements and demand for Trainer jobs
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