Line Operator Days

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. 

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: We are looking for a Line Operator at our Pilgrim’s Arcadia, WI Complex. In this role you will be responsible for monitoring equipment performance, makes adjustments and completing changeovers. Set-up and close down of machines in area assigned is also required. The Line 3 Operator position will be utilized as needed.

Responsibilities: 

• Monitors equipment, adjusting ensure quality and productivity standards are maintained, while minimizing rework and downtime.
• Prepares work area for start-up, changeovers, and shut down (including selecting appropriate programs).
• Maintains records and conducts periodic checks as directed.
• Provides supplies needed for the operation of the machine/line (i.e. film, packaging, PPE, etc.)
• Communicates with team members by notifying maintenance, supervisor/leads, and production associates as needed.
• Understands and can perform duties of their assigned line. Assists team members on the line and helps with rework or training of team members as needed.
• Completes basic PM checklist on equipment.
• Assists with other line equipment, making necessary adjustments as needed.
• Assists in other departments as needed for basic, routine machine operation, and break coverage.
• Clean and organize work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need: (pick applicable)

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions in English (for record keeping purposes).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situation.
• 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
• Ability to perform light maintenance on equipment
• Pallet jack license or willingness to acquire
• Authorized to do LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) or willingness to acquire authorization 

Why Work for Pilgrim’s? 

• Schedule: Sunday – Thursday with occasional Friday. Shifts are 6:00 am – End of Shift (varies);
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $22.53/hour;
• 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 

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. 

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe. 

Our vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members. 

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity 

EOE, including disability/vets  

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.