Live Hanger - Production

Pilgrim's; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, Dental after 60 days

Paid Time Off: sick leave and vacation

401(k) with company match

Career development programs

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is hiring for a Live Hanger to work on our poultry processing line. The role focuses on hanging birds safely at line speed and may involve cross-training in other department areas, including yard jockey responsibilities.

Training in related areas will be provided to ensure versatility and safety on the floor. The position requires adherence to animal welfare guidelines, ability to work in hot, wet conditions, and a committed track record of attendance and safety.

Qualifications

• Must follow Company Guidelines on Animal Welfare.
• Able to work in a hot and wet environment.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude and strong attendance/safety record.

Responsibilities

• Hang birds safely at line speed.
• Cross-train in other areas of the department, including yard jockey.

Skills

Team player

Animal welfare policies

Hot and wet environment

Attendance and safety

Education

High school diploma or GED optional

Job description

Live Hanger

Position Summary:

This individual will be responsible for safely hanging birds at line speed and Este individuo es responsable por colgar aves en forma segura con velocidad de línea will cross train in other areas of the department including yard jockey. Sera entrenado en otras áreas del departamento incluido manejo del Truck de afuera.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Diploma de secundaria o GED es preferido pero no requerido.

Skill Summary:

• Must be trained on Company Guidelines on Animal Welfare Practices/Policies.
• Able to work in a hot and wet environment.
• Able to work well with management and fellow employees; must be a team player and have a positive attitude.
• Excellent attendance, safety and work record

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday-Friday with some weekend work required; 1st shift 5:00 am- 1:45 pm, 2nd shift 1:45 pm 10:30 pm
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base hourly salary rate of 21.90 with a $1.00 shift differential for 2nd
• Perfect attendance incentive of $3.00 extra per hour for perfect attendance;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
• Better Futures

The 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 vision:

Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are:

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets