Sanitation Hourly - 3rd Shift

About the Role

Join our sanitation team and play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and food quality within our poultry processing operations. This hands-on position involves cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facilities to meet stringent USDA, food safety, and company sanitation requirements. You will utilize cleaning tools and chemicals, adhere to detailed sanitation procedures, and contribute to a safe and organized work environment. This is a dynamic role requiring reliability, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety. If you are a dedicated individual eager to learn and contribute to a team focused on excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute cleaning and sanitization of production equipment, tools, and work zones in compliance with USDA, food safety, and company sanitation protocols.
• Prepare, mix, and safely apply cleaning agents, strictly adhering to all personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines.
• Conduct post-sanitation inspections of equipment and areas to verify thorough cleanliness and immediately report any identified issues or potential hazards.
• Maintain a tidy and secure work environment by clearing debris, rinsing surfaces, and ensuring proper storage of all tools and cleaning chemicals.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to accomplish sanitation tasks efficiently and foster a positive, safety-conscious atmosphere.
• Adhere to comprehensive sanitation procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and all safety, food safety, and biosecurity mandates.
• Undertake additional sanitation tasks as required to ensure production readiness and meet operational objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and company goals.

What You’ll Need

• Education: A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in poultry, the food industry, or manufacturing is advantageous.
• Skills: Capability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting, strong communication abilities, capacity to understand instructions and apply common sense, keen attention to detail, and a collaborative team-player attitude.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to work in refrigerated conditions (10°F to 40°F), stand for prolonged periods, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Workdays are typically Monday through Friday, with potential for weekend work or overtime as needed.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage are available starting after 60 days of employment.
• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a company match is offered after one year of service, subject to the company's vesting schedule.
• Career Advancement: We are committed to fostering professional development through ongoing learning opportunities and a focus on career progression via various training and development programs.

Additional Information

The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all team members and visitors. To support this commitment, pre-employment screenings including drug, alcohol, and background checks are conducted post-offer. As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, verification of employment eligibility must be documented for all new hires within their first three days of employment.

About Pilgrim’s: Pilgrim’s is a prominent global food company employing over 62,000 individuals worldwide. We specialize in processing, preparing, packaging, and delivering fresh, frozen, and value-added food products to customers in over 100 countries. Our operations span protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities across 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the UK, the Republic of Ireland, and continental Europe.

Our Mission: To excel in all endeavors, maintaining a complete focus on our business to deliver superior products and services to our customers, foster trusting relationships with our suppliers, ensure profitability for our shareholders, and provide opportunities for a better future for all our team members.

Core Values: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.

EOE, including disability/vets.

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