Production Lead 1st Shift

Pilgrim's; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's is looking for a Production Lead (Raw Side) for its Waco Prepared Foods Facility. The role emphasizes safety and involves setting up operations and coordinating the production process. Key responsibilities include training new employees and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, and operational certifications are preferred.

The job requires physical endurance, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and experience in machine operation and preventative maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Computer experience is required.
• Physically able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for production.
• Verify quality checks throughout shifts.
• Train all new employees on their responsibilities.

Skills

Equipment operation

Preventative maintenance

Quality control

Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fryer Operator certification

Bread/Batter Operator certification

HACCP certification

Pallet jack driver certification

Job description

Pay Rate $ 18.96 Hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: PRODUCTION LEAD (RAW SIDE)

JOB KEY: #40000023

EEO/AAP: 6/60

FLSA STATUS: HOURLY

AREA OF USE: WACO PREPARED FOODS FACILITY (Waco, Texas)

SUMMARY

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

We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.

Absence of any related duties or functions in this document does not imply that incumbent may be exempt from assignments required to support production. The primary responsibility of this position is to set up operations and coordinate the production process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned as production demands may require.

• Set up and operate the equipment if necessary.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on the equipment.
• Verify quality checks throughout the shift.
• Complete necessary reports.
• Make adjustments to process to ensure production specifications are maintained.
• Train all new employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to physically perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer experience is required.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Fryer Operator certification
• Bread/Batter Operator certification
• SAP certification
• HACCP certification
• Pallet jack driver certification

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/METHODS:

All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties. Once the employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him/her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from work station. A training buddy may be assigned to new employees for a period to assist in further training and indoctrination.

TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Those responsible for training and indoctrination may include: personnel representatives, safety director, supervisors, and lead workers.

METHOD OF TRACKING EMPLOYEE PROGRESS:

The supervisor is accountable for tracking employee progress and performance.

EXIT TRAINING FOR MEASURING TRAINING EFFECTIVENESS:

A specific probationary period is assigned to all employees hired to evaluate employee effectiveness and performance. At the end of this period the supervisor will evaluate the job performance of each new employee utilizing current forms and procedures in effect at that time. The employee will be rated and evaluated on essential work duties listed above as well as attendance, tardiness, interaction with co‑workers and management, attitudes and work actions. Unacceptable performance of duties and disciplinary actions will be documented on corrective action reports and appropriate personnel records. Absent any negative actions, the employee may be eligible for a wage increase according to the wage and salary policies in effect at that time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

The employee is required to wear a hair net, beard net (if necessary), gloves, smock, slip‑proof boots, ear protection, and fryer gloves as needed.

NOTE

Conscience: You may request exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine for medical reasons, including prior recovery from COVID-19, religious beliefs, or personal.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the daily work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or customer specifications and processes required of personnel so assigned.

EEO/M/F/V/D

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