Sanitation Laborer

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production areas and equipment
• Follow all required safety and food safety/GMP training
• Operate sanitation tools and equipment (e.g., high-pressure hose)
• Maintain compliance with USDA regulations
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet sanitation goals

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work in refrigerated areas (10°F to 40°F)
• Stand and walk for most of the shift on concrete floors
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Perform repetitive motion tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Work overtime as needed
• Use required protective equipment: safety glasses/goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, and rubber boots

🎓 Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older to apply
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience helpful but not required

💵 Pay & Schedule

• Base Pay: $19.85/hour + $1.00 shift differential
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, including holidays and occasional weekends

🌟 Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Affordable life, disability, and prescription drug coverage
• Better Futures Program: Up to two years of community college tuition paid for employees and dependents

🛡️ Additional Information

• Post-offer drug, alcohol, and background checks required
• Employment eligibility verification required by day three of employment

📌 About Us

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. We process, prepare, and deliver fresh, frozen, and value-added food products to customers in over 100 countries. Our mission is to be the best in all we do—providing quality products, building trust with suppliers, creating profitability for shareholders, and offering a better future for our team members.

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EOE, including disability/vets.