Sanitation Technician — Fast-Paced Poultry Plant

Pilgrim's; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage (

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a sanitation team member to clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and facilities in a fast-paced plant environment. Responsibilities include applying chemicals, inspecting cleanliness, and following strict safety and biosecurity guidelines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in poultry or food manufacturing is a plus. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and safety in a cold, refrigerated setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Poultry, food industry, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Skills: Ability to multitask, good communication, understand instructions, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to standards.
• Prepare, mix, and safely apply cleaning chemicals following PPE and safety rules.
• Inspect equipment and areas after sanitation for cleanliness and report issues.
• Maintain an organized, safe work environment by removing debris and storing tools/chemicals properly.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently and maintain safety.
• Follow sanitation procedures, SOPs, and all safety and biosecurity guidelines.
• Perform additional sanitation duties as needed to support production readiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Instruction comprehension

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a sanitation team member to clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and facilities in a fast-paced plant environment. Responsibilities include applying chemicals, inspecting cleanliness, and following strict safety and biosecurity guidelines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in poultry or food manufacturing is a plus. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and safety in a cold, refrigerated setting.