Production Hourly - Day Shift

Pilgrim's • Guntersville, AL

22h

About The Position

Join Pilgrim’s production team to help deliver safe, high-quality poultry products. This hands-on role involves working on a processing line to cut, trim, package, and/or inspect products in accordance with food safety and quality standards. Team members operate equipment, keep work areas clean, and follow safety and biosecurity guidelines in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are important.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some weekend work required. The position may require performing tasks in different production areas as needed. High school diploma or GED is preferred, and poultry or food-industry experience is a plus. Pilgrim’s offers medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days; paid sick leave, vacation, and company-observed holidays; a 401(k) match after the first year of service; career-development opportunities; shift differential for second and third shifts; and a perfect-attendance incentive. Base hourly pay varies by position.

Pilgrim’s is a global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. It processes, prepares, packages, and delivers food products to customers in more than 100 countries. The company states that it is committed to safety, professional growth, and creating opportunities for team members. 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.

Requirements

• Ability to multitask and work quickly.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense.
• Ability to work closely with 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.
• 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 production areas as needed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Vision coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and company-observed holidays.
• Company 401(k) match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career-development opportunities, including continuous learning and learning and development programs.
• A $2.00-per-hour shift differential for second and third shifts.
• A $3.00-per-hour perfect-attendance incentive.

What This Job Offers

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