PRODUCTION HOURLY

Pilgrim's; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's is hiring entry-level team members at our Texas plant. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with opportunities for raises based on performance and tenure.

You will work in a fast-paced production environment, following FDA and Pilgrim's quality standards. Responsibilities include operating knives and equipment, following SOPs, maintaining a clean and safe area, and collaborating with coworkers to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Food production or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense and sound judgment.
• Ability to resolve routine problems involving a few concrete variables.
• Ability to work in cold environments (approximately 40°F).
• Ability to stand, use hands, and perform repetitive tasks for 8–12 hours per day.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in close proximity to other team members (within 3 feet).
• Strong communication skills.
• Good hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Process product using knives, tools, manual labor, and company-provided equipment in accordance with FDA regulations and Pilgrim’s quality standards.
• Follow established operating procedures to meet quality and production expectations.
• Monitor equipment operation and promptly report malfunctions, safety concerns, or unusual conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support team members by sharing knowledge and assisting as needed.
• Follow all company policies related to personnel, safety, food safety, and quality.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by communicating and working cooperatively with co-workers, leadership, and internal partners.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safety risks; reinforce safe work habits.
• Participate in process improvement efforts using continuous improvement and problem-solving methods.
• Adhere to all company guidelines and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food production experience

Following instructions

Judgment

Problem solving

Cold environment

Stand for long hours

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Hand–eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is a Condition — the safety of our team members comes first, every time.

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

Starting Pay:

$20.00+ per hour

Minimum Age:

Must be 18 years or older

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Process product using knives, tools, manual labor, and company‑provided equipment in accordance with FDA regulations and Pilgrim’s quality standards.
• Follow established operating procedures to meet quality and production expectations.
• Monitor equipment operation and promptly report any malfunctions, safety concerns, or unusual conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support team members by sharing knowledge and assisting as needed.
• Follow all company policies related to personnel, safety, food safety, and quality.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by communicating and working cooperatively with co‑workers, leadership, and internal partners.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safety risks; consistently model and reinforce safe work habits.
• Participate in process improvement efforts using continuous improvement and problem‑solving methods.
• Adhere to all company guidelines and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Basic Skills & Qualifications

• Previous food production or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense and sound judgment.
• Ability to resolve routine problems involving a few concrete variables.
• Ability to work in cold environments (approximately 40°F).
• Ability to stand, use hands, and perform repetitive tasks for 8–12 hours per day.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to work in close proximity to other team members (within 3 feet).
• Strong communication skills.
• Good hand‑eye coordination.

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.

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.