PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Pilgrim; Minnesota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking Production Associates to join their team in Minnesota. The role involves performing various tasks on a production line to support poultry product production. Candidates should be team players with good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include paid holidays, health insurance, and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Contributions

Onsite Cafeteria

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to work with sharp tools like knives.
• Excellent attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Processes product using tools and equipment according to standards.
• Cleans and organizes work area.
• Follows all company safety policies.

Skills

Team Player

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Food or Production Experience

Job description

• Paid holidays (after 60 days of employment) and paid vacation (after 1 year of service)
• Benefits at 60 days of employment – including health, dental, vision, life, and much more
• 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• Quality Pilgrim’s poultry products at great savings
• Onsite cafeteria
• Better Futures Program – 2 Year Community College tuition assistance for you or your dependents!

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

POSITION SUMMARY: Production Associates are responsible for performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis in a production line setting to support the production of value-added poultry products to meet order fulfillment needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Follow all company animal welfare guidelines.
• Follow all work safety policies/guidelines
• May be asked to rotate to positions that require data collecting and record keeping.
• Rotations between departments may be required.
• 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.
• Other duties as required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS and BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs. in a hot and/or cold assembly line environment
• Ability to work with sharp tools and instruments such as knives
• Excellent attendance required.
• Food or production experience preferred.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense to deal with problems in standardized situations
• 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.
• Must maintain good personal hygiene
• To perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT PILGRIM’S:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It’s our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.