Production Hourly Associate - Pilgrim's : Job Details

*Description* *Pilgrim's wants YOU to join our hourly production team! Positions start at $15.85/hour.* *Salary: $31,200-$33,280* 1st shift starting pay rate: (15.85) Monday-Friday – Some weekend work required. 2nd & 3rd shift starting pay rate: (15.85)+$1.00 shift differential. Monday-Friday-Some weekend work required. Perfect attendance incentive- $1 extra per hour for perfect attendance Benefits include: * Medical, dental and vision insurance* 401K contributions* Better Futures Program –2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!*JOB DESCRIPTION* * Processes product using tools (to include knives), manual labor, and equipment provided in accordance with USDA and Pilgrim's Company product standards and procedures.* 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 directed.*EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT*: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred. *BASIC SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:* * Ability to comprehend simple instructions* Ability to apply common sense.* Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.* Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees)* Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day* Ability to multitask and work quickly* Must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.)* Must have good communication skills.* Good hand and eye coordination required.* High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.* Food or production experience preferred.*EOE, including disability/vets*