Poultry Plant Associate - Pilgrim's Pride

Company: Pilgrim's
Location: De Queen
Posted on: June 9, 2021

Job Description:

Pilgrims wants YOU to join our hourly production team Positions start at $14.75 /hour and we are offering a $2000 . sign-on bonus 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 At Pilgrims, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. This includes increased safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, such as enhanced cleaning and sanitation, face coverings, temperature screens and plexi-glass or plastic barriers. We are also working to secure vaccine availability for our Team Members. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Processes product using tools (to include knives), manual labor, and equipment provided in accordance with USDA and Pilgrims 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. Maintain 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. Other duties as directed. BASIC SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to work safely Must be able to work shift assigned days/nights including some Saturdays Ability to apply common sense and comprehend simple instructions 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 that are less than 3 feet apart. Must have good communication skills. Good hand and eye coordination required. . EOE/VET/DISABLED

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