Bagger Rebuild Specialist

Pilgrim's • $92K *
Waco, TX 76706In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for technical or vocational training.
  • Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of bagger systems and Ishida scales (or similar equipment).
  • Ability to coordinate with maintenance teams for hands-on equipment work.
  • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Commitment to safety, training, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead safety training for bagger operators and ensure compliance with safety policies.
  • Identify and correct unsafe conditions in the bagger area.
  • Oversee and support bagger trainers and operators across shifts.
  • Coordinate bagger and Ishida scale rebuilds with Maintenance teams.
  • Ensure bagger operations meet production, quality, and safety standards.
  • Facilitate communication between operations, maintenance, and training teams.
  • Participate in daily meetings and provide updates on equipment status.

Benefits

  • Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage after 60 days of employment.
  • Paid Time Off including sick leave, vacation, and company-observed holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match after one year and following vesting schedule.
  • Career Development opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning programs.
Full Job Description
Description

Bagger Rebuild Specialist Shift Covered: Days and Nights

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and reinforce safety training for all bagger operators.
  • Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and food safety standards.
  • Actively identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors in the bagger area.
  • Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up related to bagger operations.
  • Oversee bagger trainers and ensure consistent, standardized training delivery.
  • Ensure all bagger operators are trained on equipment operation, troubleshooting basics, and process expectations.
  • Supervise and support all bagger operators and bagger trainers across both shifts.
  • Ensure bagger operations meet production, quality, and safety expectations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between Operations and Maintenance for all bagger-related issues.
  • Identify operational gaps, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities within the bagger process.
  • Own and coordinate bagger and Ishida scale rebuilds in collaboration with Maintenance.
  • Ensure execution of daily, weekly, and planned maintenance activities on baggers and scales.
  • Verify equipment readiness prior to start-ups and after repairs or rebuilds.
  • Escalate chronic failures or reliability risks with supporting data and recommendations.
  • Schedule and lead hands-on training for bagger operators in coordination with the Operations team.
  • Oversee bagger trainers and ensure consistent, standardized training delivery.
  • Ensure all bagger operators are trained on equipment operation, troubleshooting basics, and process expectations.
  • Facilitate clear communication between operations, maintenance, and training teams.
  • Participate in daily meetings, shift pass-downs, and planning discussions as required.
  • Provide timely updates on equipment status, maintenance needs, and training progress.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent (technical or vocational training preferred).
  • Proven experience supervising operators in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of bagger systems and Ishida scales (or similar equipment).
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate with maintenance teams and lead hands-on equipment work.
  • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Commitment to safety, training, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience
  • Experience in poultry or food processing operations.
  • Prior involvement in equipment rebuilds or major overhauls.
  • Experience developing or delivering operator training programs.
  • Familiarity with CMMS, safety audits, and standard work documentation

  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base Salary range of $92,917 +/- based on experience
  • Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
  • 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;
  • Better Futures


About Pilgrim's

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The culture at Pilgrim's is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where diversity is valued and every team member's contribution is recognized. Pilgrim's diversity training programs are designed to foster an inclusive workplace that promotes mutual respect and teamwork.

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