Bagger Rebuild Specialist

Pilgrim's • Waco, TX

21h • $92,917 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bagger Rebuild Specialist position at Pilgrim's is responsible for leading and reinforcing safety training for all bagger operators, ensuring compliance with safety policies and standards, and identifying/correcting unsafe conditions. This role involves overseeing bagger trainers, supervising operators across shifts, and serving as the primary liaison between Operations and Maintenance for bagger-related issues. The specialist will also coordinate bagger and Ishida scale rebuilds, ensure maintenance activities are executed, and verify equipment readiness. Additionally, they will schedule and lead hands-on training, facilitate communication between teams, and participate in daily meetings to provide updates on equipment, maintenance, and training progress.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or vocational training preferred).
• Proven experience supervising operators in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of bagger systems and Ishida scales (or similar equipment).
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with maintenance teams and lead hands‑on equipment work.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety, training, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in poultry or food processing operations.
• Prior involvement in equipment rebuilds or major overhauls.
• Experience developing or delivering operator training programs.
• Familiarity with CMMS, safety audits, and standard work documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and reinforce safety training for all bagger operators.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and food safety standards.
• Actively identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors in the bagger area.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow‑up related to bagger operations.
• Oversee bagger trainers and ensure consistent, standardized training delivery.
• Ensure all bagger operators are trained on equipment operation, troubleshooting basics, and process expectations.
• Supervise and support all bagger operators and bagger trainers across both shifts.
• Ensure bagger operations meet production, quality, and safety expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between Operations and Maintenance for all bagger‑related issues.
• Identify operational gaps, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities within the bagger process.
• Own and coordinate bagger and Ishida scale rebuilds in collaboration with Maintenance.
• Ensure execution of daily, weekly, and planned maintenance activities on baggers and scales.
• Verify equipment readiness prior to start‑ups and after repairs or rebuilds.
• Escalate chronic failures or reliability risks with supporting data and recommendations.
• Schedule and lead hands‑on training for bagger operators in coordination with the Operations team.
• Facilitate clear communication between operations, maintenance, and training teams.
• Participate in daily meetings, shift pass‑downs, and planning discussions as required.
• Provide timely updates on equipment status, maintenance needs, and training progress.

Benefits

• Vision coverage begins after 60 days of employment
• Medical coverage begins after 60 days of employment
• Dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Incentive Pay: eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan
• Career Development: continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED