Description

PILGRIM’S PRIDE CORPORATION

BROADWAY  COMPLEX    JOB  POSTING

BROADWAY, VA 22853

Job Title: White Meat Machine Operator (PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer)

Shift: 1nd Shift and 2nd Shift      

Location: Broadway, VA

Positions: 2 positions per shift

Pay rate:  $25.00/hr plus $2.00/hr attendance bonus

Position Summary:

The person in this position is responsible for keeping PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer machines running and completing equipment checked as required. Perform any adjustments needed to maintain equipment performance, ensure machines are clean and in a good state, troubleshoot issues, and communicate with maintenance as needed.  May be required to perform as other duties as assigned.

This position assists the Superintendent to achieve department goals in safety, quality, efficiency, and yield.  The Machine Operator reports to the department Superintendent and assists in the operation of a set of specific processes within the department. At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is a Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Monitors the operations of assigned processes. Provides feedback to the supervisor and works with others to plan and implement process improvements.
• Complete the machine operation standard checklist at the beginning and during the shift, preparing or coordinating the preparation of the work area for start-up and shutdown.
• Sets the machine parameters. 
• Identify and correct minor maintenance issues.
• Constantly check the quality of the material seals, bag weights, and perform adjustments to reduce the percentage of defects (giveaway and material usage). 
• Monitors and documents machine performance to ensure end-user requirements are maintained.   
• Keep constant communication with maintenance and operations with regards to machine performance, issues, and overall product quality.
• Assist maintenance with PM during the weekends; may be required to work overtime.
• Recognizes and report safety hazards, as well as assists with accident investigations. 
• Assists in investigation of quality improvement, cost reduction, method improvement, and yield control and equipment maintenance.
• Follow all Pilgrim's rules and regulations, solve and handle day to day operational issues, comprehend all positions in the department, and perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor or a member of management
• Any other duties as assigned.
• Start up and shut down of machines

Requirements:

• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic math skills including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and percentage calculations
• Basic understanding of mechanical functionality on equipment 
• Prior knowledge and comprehension of the white meat debone area is a plus
• Physical demands: climbing including ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds, working with a variety of hand and power tools
• Must be able to bend, twist, kneel and reach overhead to work on machinery
• Must attend and complete all required safety training within the IMPACT training system
• Able to work weekends, different shifts and overtime as needed
• Able to work in different temperatures and different environments
• Ability to communicate and work well with others
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while keeping leadership updated on issue
• Ability to follow instructions and perform various tasks
• Must have an excellent attendance record
• Must be able to start up and shut down machines
• Must be able to be LOTO authorized
• Must be able to proficiently use a computer
• Must be able to handle high stress situations

Current Pilgrim’s Team Members: If qualified and interested, please notify your supervisor and apply at the Human Resources office. Above average work record (No disciplinary write ups within 3 months)

EOE, including disability/vets

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT:

www.pilgrims.com

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received