Production Hourly

Pilgrim's • Douglas, GA

3d

About The Position

Join Pilgrim’s production team and 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 should be dependable, willing to learn, and ready to perform tasks in different production areas as needed.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with some weekend work required. The base hourly rate is $17.95, with a $2.00 shift differential for second and third shifts and an additional $1.00 per hour for perfect attendance. Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment. Paid time off includes vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave. A 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule. Pilgrim’s also offers continuous learning and career-growth programs.

Pilgrim’s has more than 62,000 team members worldwide and processes, prepares, packages, and delivers food products to customers in more than 100 countries. The company operates protein processing plants and prepared foods 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 core values are Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, and Sincerity.

All new team members undergo drug, alcohol, and background checks after an offer and before employment begins. Employment eligibility must be documented by the end of the third day of work. Pilgrim’s is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans.

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 three 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.
• Share skills and knowledge with team members and promote 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

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• $1.00 per hour perfect-attendance incentive.
• Continuous learning and career-growth programs.

What This Job Offers

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