Pet Food

JBS Foods•Russellville, AL

About The Position

Processes pet food products using tools, including knives, manual labor, and provided equipment in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim’s Company product standards and procedures. The role follows operating procedures and quality and quantity expectations while maintaining a clean, organized work area and complying with company personnel, quality, safety, food safety, and animal welfare policies. Team members observe equipment operation, report malfunctions and safety concerns, assist colleagues, and contribute to a cooperative work atmosphere and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Ability to comprehend simple instructions.
Ability to apply common sense and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to work in cool temperatures of around 40 degrees.
Ability to stand and use hands for 8–11 hours per day.
Ability to multitask and work quickly.
Must be a team player and willing to work close to other employees at some stations, less than 3 feet apart.
Good communication skills.
Good hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Food or production experience.

Responsibilities

Process products according to operating procedures and quality and quantity expectations.
Use provided tools, including knives, manual labor, and equipment to process products in accordance with USDA and company standards and procedures.
Observe equipment operation and notify appropriate personnel of malfunctions or safety concerns.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Assist others using skills and knowledge gained in the position.
Follow company personnel, quality, safety, food safety, and animal welfare policies and guidelines.
Communicate and act cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
Recognize and act on incidents and safety risks; practice and reinforce safe work habits.
Participate in process improvement and problem solving using continuous improvement and rational-thinking methods.
Perform other duties as directed.