Farm Hand Job Description

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.
Pilgrim's wants YOU to join our hourly production team! We are offering a $2500 sign-on bonus!

Salary: $28,434

1st shift starting pay rate: ($13.67). Monday-Friday-Some weekend work required.

Benefits include:

* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* 401K contributions
* Better Futures Program -2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
* Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will report to the Nacogdoches Live Office. Hours range from 3am - 3pm.

* Processes product using tools (to include knives), manual labor, and equipment provided in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim's Company product standards and procedures.
* Process product according to operating procedures and quality/quantity expectations.
* Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.
* Clean and organized work area.
* Assist others with the skills and knowledge gained from the position.
* Observes all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, co-workers, and leadership teams.
* Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks.
* Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.
* Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
* Follow all company animal welfare guidelines.
* Assist in lab sample collection of blood.
* Other duties as directed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.

BASIC SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

* Ability to comprehend simple instructions
* Ability to apply common sense.
* Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees)
* Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day
* Ability to multitask and work quickly
* Must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.)
* Must have good communication skills.
* Good hand and eye coordination required.
* High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
* Food or production experience preferred.
* Must be able to operate a forklift.
* Must have a valid driver license and capable of driving a 1-ton fan truck.

EOE/Vets/Disability

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.
Pilgrim's wants YOU to join our hourly production team! We are offering a $2500 sign-on bonus!

Salary: $28,434

1st shift starting pay rate: ($13.67). Monday-Friday-Some weekend work required.

Benefits include:

* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* 401K contributions
* Better Futures Program -2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
* Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will report to the Nacogdoches Live Office. Hours range from 3am - 3pm.

* Processes product using tools (to include knives), manual labor, and equipment provided in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim's Company product standards and procedures.
* Process product according to operating procedures and quality/quantity expectations.
* Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.
* Clean and organized work area.
* Assist others with the skills and knowledge gained from the position.
* Observes all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, co-workers, and leadership teams.
* Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks.
* Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.
* Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
* Follow all company animal welfare guidelines.
* Assist in lab sample collection of blood.
* Other duties as directed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.

BASIC SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

* Ability to comprehend simple instructions
* Ability to apply common sense.
* Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees)
* Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day
* Ability to multitask and work quickly
* Must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.)
* Must have good communication skills.
* Good hand and eye coordination required.
* High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
* Food or production experience preferred.
* Must be able to operate a forklift.
* Must have a valid driver license and capable of driving a 1-ton fan truck.

EOE/Vets/Disability