Maintenance Planning Clerk

Date: Aug 13, 2025

Location:

Lewiston Woodville, NC, US, 27849

Req ID: 77073

Job Function: Administrative/Clerical

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

The Planning Assistant provides administrative and technical support to the Planning Department. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, this position will be responsible for producing a variety of text, spreadsheet, and graphic documents, as well as preparing a variety of program reports and data products to funding sources, and other planning purposes. Assists in the organization and management of various events and the department’s website. Performs other related duties as required.

Collect and enter into CMMS all documented work performed by technicians
Prepare and post Weekly and Monthly Metrics for the maintenance department
Prepare any budget-related reports as required
Assist planner with development and evolution of the CMMS

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The planning and scheduling function is the hub from which all planned maintenance activity is coordinated. It is the process of describing a job in terms of how it is to be performed and what resources will be required. It involves a broad spectrum of activity.

The Maintenance Planning Clerk will assist the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler with all aspects of the planning process. This may include but is not limited to:

Metrics Documentation (Spreadsheets, Word Document generation)
Technical Library Construction
Collection of Maintenance Paperwork
Data Entry

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or equalivent.

Experience Requirements

Experience Preferred

Working Knowledge of Maintenance Software System (s); MS products; specifically spreadsheet savvy; and working knowledge of Purchasing system and protocol.
The Planning Clerk must be familiar with applicable maintenance verbiage and terminology in order to effectively assist the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Work environment includes, but is not limited to, a normal office environment and construction site as well as climate extremes found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
This position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities.
This position requires an associate to be able to be exposed to all chemical found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
This associate must wear and/or use protective safety equipment required for the job and for various locations.
This associate must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.

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.