Chicken Plant Associate

Description Join the Pilgrim's Team!!! Competitive wages starting at $17.25/hour (1st shift)- $18.75/hour (3rd shift) $17.25 (Level 1) Hourly 1st Shift $17.45 (Level 2) Hourly 1st Shift $18.75 (Level 1) Hourly 3rd Shift $18.95 (Level 2) Hourly 3rd Shift $1.50 Shift Differential Health, Vision and Dental Benefits after 60 days 401K with company Match Better Futures Program- 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependent * 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