Production Hourly: Prepared Foods

Pilgrim's • Moorefield, WV

1d

About The Position

Join Pilgrim’s production team to help deliver safe, high-quality poultry products. In this hands-on role, you will work on the processing line performing tasks such as cutting, trimming, packaging, and inspecting products to meet food safety and quality standards. You will operate equipment, maintain a clean work area, and follow safety and biosecurity guidelines in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are important. Team members may perform tasks in different production areas as needed.

Pilgrim’s places team member safety first. New team members undergo drug, alcohol, and background checks after an offer and before starting work. Employment eligibility must be verified by the end of the third day of work.

Pilgrim’s is a global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. It processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products to customers in more than 100 countries, and operates facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland, and continental Europe. Its vision is to become the best and most respected company in its industry while creating opportunities for a better future for team members. Its stated core values are Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, and Sincerity.

Requirements

• Ability to multitask and work quickly.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense.
• Ability to work as part of a team and work 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.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim’s standards.
• Monitor equipment operation and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety, food safety, and animal welfare guidelines.
• Support team members by sharing skills and knowledge and promoting a positive work atmosphere.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals.
• Perform tasks in different areas of production as needed.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily paid leave.
• 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career growth through learning and development programs.
• Better Futures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed