Pet Food / Protein Laborer

Pilgrim's • Mt. Pleasant, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Food / Protein Laborers are responsible for operating machinery, performing manual labor, and supporting production processes in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim’s standards. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality, safety, and efficiency. Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim’s standards. Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly. Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety, food safety, and animal welfare guidelines. Support team members by sharing skills and knowledge while promoting a positive work atmosphere. Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals. Demonstrate flexibility by performing tasks in different areas of production as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly
• Have good communication skills
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense
• Must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.)
• Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees)
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and perform manual labor tasks as assigned
• Process product according to established procedures and quality/quantity expectations
• Observe equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist team members by sharing knowledge and skills gained from the position
• Follow all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork
• Recognize and act on safety risks; consistently practice and enforce safe work habits
• Participate in process improvement and problem-solving using continuous improvement methods
• Follow all company animal welfare guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim’s standards.
• Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety, food safety, and animal welfare guidelines.
• Support team members by sharing skills and knowledge while promoting a positive work atmosphere.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals.
• Demonstrate flexibility by performing tasks in different areas of production as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED