ZBB Specialist

Pilgrim's; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a detail-oriented ZBB Analyst to develop controls and analyses that drive stability and process improvement across key indicators. The role supports live plant operations and Protein Conversion activities, leveraging data to set strategy and improve results.

Strong curiosity and data-driven thinking are essential. Responsibilities include building tracking tools, trend analyses, benchmarking, and communicating findings clearly to management.

Qualifications

• Two-year business degree preferred; poultry industry experience may substitute.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong written and verbal communication.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven problem solving; reliable and punctual.
• Team-oriented, self-motivated, thrives in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop tracking tools to monitor key indicators.
• Analyze daily/weekly/monthly data to identify trends.
• Support operations with process control templates.
• Use SAP and Agristats reports for benchmarking and internal comparisons.
• Identify root causes and propose data-driven corrections.
• Support budgeting with data-backed scenarios.
• Communicate results clearly to management for action.
• Track indicators relentlessly to simplify and improve processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Two-year degree

Job description

ZBB Analyst

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

Analytical position focused on developing controls and analysis that will lead the complex to stability and process improvements in key indicators that influence the results. The specialistwill be an integral part of setting the strategy to improve results based on the knowledgeacquiredwhile digging into the data. Must be an energetic,curiousandinquisitive person. The specialistwill support live, plant operations, and Protein Conversion operations, where applicable.

Responsibilities:

• Develop effective tracking tools to keep key indicators under control;
• Use dataacquireddaily/weekly/monthly to build trends and strategies that help the Complex achieve the desired results;
• Support the operations team to build process control templates that will help keep processes controlled;
• Use operations andAgristatsreports as well as system data (SAP) to construct internal comparisons and benchmark analysis, positioning the complex versus their peers, internally and externally;
• Look for root causes that affect results, proposing corrections; all data driven;
• Support the budget process by supplying data that will build a challenging yet achievable scenario for the complex;
• Communicate clearly and ina simple waythe results of analysis so that management can use the reports to improve results;
• Be diligent and relentless in tracking the key indicators,simplifyingand improving the process as opportunitiesareobserved.

WhatYou’llNeed:

• Education: A two‑year business degree is preferred. Relevant experience in the poultry industrymay be consideredin place of the degree.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Strong communication and leadership skills, both written and verbal. Quick learner of Company protocols/programs and adaptable to change. Solid math and analytical abilities forproblem solvingand decision-making. Reliable and ethical, with a strong work ethic and punctuality. Team-oriented and self-motivated, able to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Why Work forPilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional weekends;
• 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 salaryrange of: Will be based on education and experience
• 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; and
• 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 eligibilitybe documentedfor 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 mission:To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core valuesare:Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets