Pet Food / Protein Laborer

Pilgrim's • Mt. Pleasant, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Food / Protein Laborers support Pilgrim’s Protein and Pet Food operations by operating machinery, performing manual labor, and assisting with production processes in accordance with USDA and company standards. The role helps maintain product quality, safety, and production efficiency. Tasks may take place in different production areas as needed, including processing poultry products with tools, manual labor, and equipment.

Team members follow company personnel, quality, safety, food safety, and animal welfare policies; monitor equipment and report malfunctions or safety concerns; and maintain a clean, organized work area. They work closely with other employees at some stations and contribute to a positive work atmosphere through communication and teamwork. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some weekend work required. Work involves cool temperatures of around 40 degrees and standing and using hands for 8–11 hours per day.

Requirements

• Ability to multitask and work quickly.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and close to other employees at some stations, less than 3 feet apart.
• Ability to work in cool temperatures of around 40 degrees.
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8–11 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and perform manual labor tasks as assigned.
• Process products, including poultry products, according to established procedures, USDA requirements, and Pilgrim’s standards.
• Meet product quality and quantity expectations.
• Observe equipment operation and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist team members by sharing knowledge and skills gained from the position.
• Follow company personnel, quality, safety, food safety, and animal welfare policies and guidelines.
• Communicate and work effectively with team members to maintain a positive work atmosphere.
• Recognize safety risks and practice and enforce safe work habits.
• Participate in continuous improvement, process improvement, and problem-solving initiatives.
• Perform tasks in different production areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) with company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career development programs.
• Better Futures program.

What This Job Offers

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