Sanitation Laborer - 2nd shift

Pilgrim's • Canton, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Sanitation Laborer to help maintain cleanliness, safety, and food quality in its poultry processing operations. This hands-on role involves cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facilities according to USDA, food safety, and company requirements. The position uses cleaning tools and chemicals and requires following detailed sanitation procedures in a fast-paced environment where reliability, attention to detail, and safety are important.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with some weekend work or overtime required. The base hourly rate is $20.35, with a $1.00 second-shift differential. The work environment is refrigerated, with temperatures ranging from 10°F to 40°F.

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. Its stated vision is to become the best and most respected company in its industry while creating opportunities for a better future for team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in refrigerated temperatures ranging from 10°F to 40°F.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Poultry, food industry, or manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to USDA, food safety, and company sanitation standards.
• Prepare, mix, and safely apply cleaning chemicals while following PPE and safety requirements.
• Inspect equipment and areas after sanitation to confirm cleanliness and promptly report issues or hazards.
• Maintain an organized, safe work environment by removing debris, rinsing surfaces, and properly storing tools and chemicals.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete sanitation tasks efficiently and support a positive, safety-focused environment.
• Follow sanitation procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety, food safety, and biosecurity guidelines.
• Perform additional sanitation duties as needed to support production readiness and operational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Medical coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, or other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) with company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career-growth programs.

What This Job Offers

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