SANITATION

Pilgrim's; Waco (TX); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) company match

Shift differential

Descripción de la vacante

Pilgrim's is hiring for a sanitation role in our Texas plants. You will clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and facilities to meet USDA, food safety, and company standards.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where attention to detail and safety are key as you support a team focused on cleanliness and quality. The position offers a competitive base hourly rate, shift differential on 2nd and 3rd shifts, and additional incentives for perfect attendance, with opportunities for growth

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in poultry, food industry, manufacturing, or industrial sanitation is a plus.
• Ability to follow detailed sanitation procedures and SOPs.

Responsabilidades

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to standards.
• Prepare, mix, and apply cleaning chemicals following PPE and safety requirements.
• Inspect after sanitation and report issues or hazards promptly.
• Maintain an organized, safe work environment and proper storage of tools and chemicals.
• Collaborate with team members to complete sanitation tasks efficiently.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and biosecurity guidelines.

Conocimientos

Multitask

Communication

Instructions

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety

Educación

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Descripción del empleo

SANITATION HOURLY

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

Join our sanitation team and help ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and food quality across our poultry processing operations. In this essential hands-on role, you'll be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facilities to meet strict USDA, food safety, and company sanitation requirements. You'll use cleaning tools and chemicals, follow detailed sanitation procedures, and help maintain a safe, organized environment for all team members. This is a fast-paced position where reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are critical. If you're hardworking, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a team focused on excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our plants

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to USDA, food safety, and company sanitation standards.
• Prepare, mix, and safely apply cleaning chemicals while following all PPE and safety requirements.
• Inspect equipment and areas after sanitation to ensure proper cleanliness and report any issues or hazards promptly.
• Maintain an organized, safe work environment by removing debris, rinsing surfaces, and ensuring proper storage of tools and chemicals.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete sanitation tasks efficiently and support a positive, safety-focused environment.
• Follow detailed sanitation procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and all safety, food safety, and biosecurity guidelines.
• Perform additional sanitation duties as needed to support production readiness and meet operational goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Experience: Poultry, food industry, manufacturing, or industrial sanitation experience is a plus.

Skills:

• Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, food safety, and quality standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment with temperatures ranging from 10°F to 40°F.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work safely with sanitation chemicals, water, and required PPE.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.

401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.

Base Hourly Rate: $17.71

Shift Differential: $1.00 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

Perfect Attendance Incentive: $3.00 extra per hour for perfect attendance.

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 Program

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: To become the best and most respected company in our industry, creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our Core Values: 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.