Production Hourly

Pilgrim's • Lufkin, TX

4d

About The Position

At Pilgrim’s, safety is a condition, and the safety of team members comes first. Production Hourly team members perform hands-on work on the processing line to help deliver safe, high-quality poultry products. Tasks may include cutting, trimming, packaging, and inspecting products to meet food safety and quality standards. Team members operate equipment, maintain clean work areas, and follow safety and biosecurity guidelines in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are important. The role requires flexibility to work in different production areas as needed.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some weekend work required. Work may involve cool temperatures around 40 degrees, standing and using hands for 8–11 hours per day, and lifting 50 pounds or more. Pilgrim’s has more than 62,000 team members worldwide and operates food processing and prepared foods facilities in multiple locations.

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 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.
• Poultry or food industry experience.

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

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Paid time off, including vacation, company-observed holidays, or other statutorily paid leave.
• 401(k) with a company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Career development through continuous learning opportunities and learning and development programs.
• Perfect attendance incentives: $2.00 extra per hour for perfect attendance on days and $3.50 per hour for perfect attendance on nights.

What This Job Offers

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