Protein Conversion Lead - 2nd Shift - Edinburg Plant

JBS Foods; Edinburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Protein Conversion Production Leadperson for the 2nd shift at the Edinburg, VA plant. You will supervise a team, resolve issues, and monitor production efficiency, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates multitask well, communicate clearly, and work as a team in a fast-paced environment. The role includes weekend/overtime as needed and opportunities for professional growth with a globally respected company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical school degree/certificate preferred.
• Experience in poultry or food manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong multitasking and communication skills; detail-oriented; team player.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety throughout the plant and department.
• Oversee department operations and assist supervisor in daily tasks.
• Train and supervise employees; assist in hiring/promotions as needed.
• Operate according to SOPs and quality/quantity standards; monitor equipment.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Instruction comprehension

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school degree/certificate

Job description

Description

Job Title: Protein Conversion Production Leadperson – 2nd Shift

Location: Protein Conversion Plant – Edinburg, VA

Job Description

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

Join our Protein Conversion team and play a critical role in ensuring smooth daily operations by supervising employees, resolving issues, and monitoring production efficiency. You will oversee workflows, troubleshoot equipment issues, and train staff to maintain compliance with quality and safety standards. This fast‑paced environment requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a team‑focused mindset. If you are dependable, eager to learn, and looking to grow with a company committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact!

Position Summary

Individual will be responsible for leading the department and assisting supervisor in daily operations of the Protein Conversion plant.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote safety throughout the plant and department
• Promote department and company goodwill through proactive employee communication and employee involvement.
• Must work well with others.
• Must be able to follow specific instructions.
• Will recommend hiring, promotion, and corrective actions of employees.
• Will train and assist in supervision of employees.
• Will assist in completion of required documents and checks.
• 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 assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Technical school degree or certificate preferred.
• Experience: Poultry or food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment, have good communication skills, ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense, have strong attention to detail, and must be a team player.
• Physical requirements: Ability to work in warm & cold temperatures and lift 50 bs or more.
• Must be able to drive a straight gear truck
• Willing to learn to operate all systems and machinery and make quick decisions
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed
• Must be a team player and have a positive attitude
• Excellent attendance (4 points or less), safety and work record
• Ability to work without direct supervision

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 2PM - 10:30PM with Weekends and Holidays as needed
• 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 $23.10 with a $1.00 shift differential
• 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.