Production Hourly

Pilgrim's • Waco, TX

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About The Position

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Production Hourly team member to process poultry products in accordance with USDA regulations, company quality standards, food safety requirements, and animal welfare guidelines. The role involves cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting, sorting, and handling products; operating production equipment; maintaining a clean work area; and supporting production, quality, and safety goals. It is a fast-paced position that requires attention to detail, dependable attendance, flexibility, and teamwork.

Work takes place in a poultry-processing and food-manufacturing environment, with possible exposure to cold temperatures, moisture, moving machinery, production equipment, noise, and sanitation chemicals. Team members must follow company safety, food safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards and work in close proximity to coworkers. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, with some weekend work required; varying shifts and overtime may also be needed.

The base hourly salary is $16.46. A $1.00-per-hour shift differential is offered for second and third shifts, and a $2.00-per-hour perfect-attendance incentive is available for perfect attendance. Pilgrim’s has more than 62,000 team members worldwide and operates in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland, and continental Europe.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask and work efficiently.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend and apply simple instructions.
• Sound judgment and common sense in routine work situations.
• Adaptability to changing production needs and willingness to work in close proximity to coworkers.
• Ability to stand for 8–11 hours per shift and perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work in cool temperatures averaging approximately 40°F, wear required PPE, and work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Poultry or food industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process poultry products through cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting, sorting, and other handling tasks in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim’s standards.
• Safely and efficiently operate production equipment, monitor its performance, and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with sanitation, food safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare requirements.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and contribute to production, quality, and safety objectives.
• Support team members by sharing knowledge and helping maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts.
• Remain flexible to work in various production areas based on business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Vacation and company-observed holidays.
• 401(k) company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Perfect-attendance incentive of $2.00 extra per hour for perfect attendance.
• 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