Production Associate - Days

JBS Foods; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Medical & Dental after 60 days

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Arcadia, WI is seeking a Production Associate for day shifts to support value-added poultry production. You’ll perform a variety of production tasks with an emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork in a cold environment.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, following USDA standards, maintaining clean work areas, and collaborating with teammates to meet production and quality goals. Previous poultry or food industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in poultry or food industry is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and communicate clearly; work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process poultry products using tools, labor, and equipment according to standards.
• Monitor equipment and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following safety and food safety guidelines.
• Share skills with teammates and promote a positive work atmosphere.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Perform other duties to meet production and quality goals.
• Demonstrate flexibility by working in different production areas as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team player

Cold-temperature work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Description

Production Associate - Days

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

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: We are looking for a Production Associate Team Member at our Pilgrim’s Arcadia, WI Complex. In this role you will be preforming a variety of production centered tasks to support the production of value-added poultry products. This position is intended to increase skill, gain experience, and prepare Team Members for advancement into posted leadership positions.

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.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet production and quality goals.
• Demonstrate flexibility by performing tasks in different areas of production as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience: Poultry or food industry experience is a plus, work experience in past 6 – 12 Months.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly, have good communication skills, ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense, and must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.)
• Physical requirements: Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees), ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day and lift 50 bs or more.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays. Shifts are 6:20 am – End of Shift, will vary.
• 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 $21.22;
• 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

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim's does 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 Pilgrim's 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 Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.