Join our production team and play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality poultry products to customers. In this hands-on role, you'll work on the processing line performing tasks such as cutting, trimming, packaging, and inspecting products to meet strict food safety and quality standards. You'll operate equipment, maintain a clean work area, and follow all safety and biosecurity guidelines. This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are key.
Responsibilities
Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards
Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly
Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety, food safety, and animal welfare guidelines
Support team members by sharing skills and knowledge while promoting a positive work atmosphere
Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives
Demonstrate flexibility by performing tasks in different areas of production as needed
Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred
Experience: Poultry or food industry experience is a plus
Skills:
Ability to multitask and work quickly
Strong communication skills
Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense
Team-oriented, willing to work in close proximity to other employees (less than 3 feet apart)
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40°F)
Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day
Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
Schedule & Pay
1st Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:45 PM (some weekend work required)
3rd Shift: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 PM - 7:30 AM (some weekend work required)
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour + $1.00 shift differential for 3rd shift
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (beginning after 60 days of employment)
Paid sick leave, vacation, and company-observed holidays
401(k) with company match (after 1 year, per vesting schedule)
Career development opportunities, including the Better Futures Program
Th e Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us: Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.
EOE, including disability/vets
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Job Post Date: 12/13/25
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