Chicken Plant Worker - Pilgrim's Pride

Company: Pilgrim's
Location: Sumter
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Production Associate ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: -- 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/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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