We're committed to the well-being of our associates

Ever since company founder Arthur Perdue hired his first associate in 1930, our company has recognized that our people are essential to our success. That philosophy continues to drive our concern for our associates.

 

 

Wellness programs and comprehensive benefits

Perdue is one of only a few businesses in the country – to offer associates and their dependents access to low-cost primary care through fully equipped onsite Wellness Centers staffed by health care providers from the local community. The Wellness Centers are part of the company's comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and health benefits; life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) savings plan with company-funded matching contributions.

Our company-wide Perdue Health Improvement Program (HIP) is helping our associates get "HIP" by eliminating lifestyle risk factors and managing controllable diseases, and by creating an environment of health in the workplace. This innovative program received national recognition as a C. Everett Koop Health Award winner and was honored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with a Secretary's Innovation in Prevention Award.

 

 

Safety and ergonomics

Our safety programs are designed to create a "culture of safety" that involves every associate. At each of our plants, Safety Teams, which include hourly associates, continuously monitor the work environment and are empowered to halt production if they see a dangerous condition.

We were the first poultry company to establish an ergonomics program and our cooperation with government agencies laid the groundwork for the rest of the industry.