Production Hourly

Pilgrim's; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 27,207 - 28,585; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Broadway, Virginia is seeking a Production Associate. The role involves processing products using manual labor and adhering to USDA standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with food or production experience preferred. The job requires physical stamina, teamwork, and the ability to maintain safety and quality standards in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food or production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process product using tools and equipment adhering to standards.
• Notify personnel of any equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist others with skills gained from the position.
• Observe and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Comprehend simple instructions

Common sense application

Problem-solving in standardized situations

Work in cool temperatures

Stand and use hands for extended periods

Multitasking ability

Team player mindset

Good hand and eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Application must be completed 100% with work history to be considered.

La solicitud debe completarse al 100% con historial laboral para ser considerada.

La candidature doit être complétée à 100 % avec des antécédents professionnels pour être prise en compte.

Overview

1st shift Starting pay rate: $19.75+ with attendance bonus, Monday to Friday - Some weekend work required. From: 7:30 am to 4:30PM

2nd shift Starting pay rate: $20.75+ with attendance bonus, Monday to Friday - Some weekend work required. From: 4:30PM to 1:30AM

Production Associate

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & 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.
• 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.
• 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.)
• Good hand and eye coordination required.
• High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Food or production experience preferred.

EOE, including disability/vets

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE www.pilgrims.com.

Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received.