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Pilgrim's Pride

Production Hourly

Production Worker

Perform processing line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting); ability to stand 8–11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, work in cool temperatures; high school preferred; poultry/food experience a plus; background/drug checks required.

DAYSHIFT LIVEHAUL CAGE REPAIR

Cage Repairer

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on cages and plant equipment; welding/cutting experience required; forklift operation and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; work in extreme temperatures; drug test required.

3rd Shift Maintenance Hourly Mechanic (Enterprise AL Complex)

Maintenance Technician

Perform preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, perform welding and motor testing, use multimeters, and stand for long periods in varying temperatures. High school/GED preferred; 1+ years maintenance experience preferred.

Breeder Service Technician

Provide technical guidance to growers, conduct farm inspections, perform vaccinations and medication administration, track flock metrics, lift 50+ lbs, valid driver's license and good driving record; 2+ years related experience preferred; Microsoft Office proficiency.

Maintenance Hourly

1–2 years industrial maintenance experience; HS diploma/GED required (technical school preferred); ability to read drawings, perform preventive maintenance, use shop math, and work assigned shifts including weekends.

Production Hourly 3rd Shift

Ability to perform manual production tasks using tools (including knives), stand 8–11 hours, work in cool temperatures, follow USDA and safety procedures; high school diploma/GED preferred.

Production Hourly - 1st & 2nd Shift

Perform cutting, trimming, packaging, inspection, and equipment operation on a fast-paced poultry production line; high school diploma/GED preferred; drug, alcohol, and background checks required post-offer.

Sanitation Supervisor

Supervisory experience in food/poultry processing, minimum 1 year directly related; manage sanitation staff, ensure USDA-approved cleaning, inventory and budget oversight, MS Office proficiency; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Whole Bird 2nd Shift

Perform poultry processing tasks on the production line, operate equipment, follow USDA and company safety/food-safety standards, maintain clean work area; HS/GED preferred; poultry or food industry experience a plus.

Production Leads

Production Lead

Experience in case ready department required; must work scheduled hours, have limited attendance points, no recent disciplinary write-ups, basic math skills, ability to train staff and perform physical tasks (lifting up to 90 lbs).

Maintenance Mechanic

High school diploma/GED required (technical school preferred). 1-2 years industrial maintenance experience, ability to read drawings, basic math skills, knowledge of manufacturing equipment, and availability to work assigned shifts including some weekends.

Concord-Hatchery Maintenance (1st shift)

Hatchery Maintenance Mechanic

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on hatchery equipment; electrical troubleshooting; lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in high temperatures; dependable and able to perform physical tasks.

Hatchery Embrex Crew Sanitation 2nd Shift

Hatchery Sanitation Worker

Perform sanitizing and cleaning of hatchery equipment and chick boxes; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, work in hot conditions, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

Hatchery Laborer

Perform hatchery tasks including washing floats, sanitizing hatchers and separators, setting and transferring eggs, and loading chicks; must tolerate hot, wet, and dusty conditions; PPE use required; 1-2 weeks on-the-job training.

Custodian/Housekeeping 1st Shift

Custodian

Perform general janitorial and housekeeping duties, maintain facilities and supplies, stand and walk for at least 8 hours, lift and carry up to 25 lbs; minimal prior experience or short training acceptable.

White Meat Machine Operator (PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer)

Machine Operator

Operate and maintain PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer machines, set parameters, troubleshoot, perform minor maintenance, follow safety training (IMPACT), be LOTO-authorizable, lift up to 50 lbs, work varied shifts and weekends.

Waste Water Technician

Perform preventive maintenance, monitor plant operations, mix chemicals, maintain pump station, lift 50 lbs, obtain forklift license, and hold a valid driver's license; high school diploma desired.

Truck Shop Mechanic

Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel and gasoline equipment and trucks; must have own tools and CDL (or obtain within 6 months); mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills required; HS diploma/GED preferred.

Sanitation Worker

Perform cleaning and sanitizing of production areas, complete mandatory safety and food safety/GMP training, work refrigerated environments, stand for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and work assigned overtime.

Refrigeration Technician

1+ year ammonia refrigeration or maintenance experience; competence with A/C and D/C controls, hydraulics/pneumatics; able to troubleshoot complex refrigeration systems, perform preventive maintenance, complete PSM/confined space/hot work paperwork, pass HazMat physical/training.

Production Hourly-Fresh Plant

Perform processing line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting), follow USDA and company food safety standards, stand 8-11 hours, lift 50 lbs, high school preferred; food industry experience a plus.

Production Hourly  (3rd shift)

Performs manual production tasks in a refrigerated environment; must stand 8–11 hours, follow USDA and company food safety standards, use tools (including knives), communicate effectively, and maintain a clean workspace.

Perform processing-line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting), follow USDA and safety guidelines, stand 8-11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, HS/GED preferred; food industry experience a plus.

Maintenance Athens Hatchery- Night Shift

Industrial Mechanic

1+ years industrial maintenance experience; mechanical, welding/fabrication, and electrical skills; forklift and lift operation; able to lift up to 50 lbs, work elevated areas, stand for long periods, work overtime/nights/weekends, and be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Maintenance Hourly 2nd & 3rd

Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, execute welding operations, use diagnostic tools, lift 50+ lbs; HS/GED preferred; 1+ years maintenance experience preferred.

Live Hanger - Production

Live Hanger

Perform safe hanging of birds at line speed, be trained on company animal welfare guidelines, work in hot/wet conditions, maintain excellent attendance and teamwork. HS/GED preferred.

Line Lead Lower Debone-1st Shift

Lower Debone Operator

High-school diploma preferred, able to read/write English, strong attendance and safety record, ability to work overtime/weekends, supervise staff, and follow HACCP/SSOP requirements.

Line Lead Wing-1st Shift

Line Lead

High school diploma/GED preferred; must read/write English. Able to work overtime and weekends. Effective communicator, team player, able to perform all department jobs and motivate others.

Hatchery Lead - Production

Hatchery Person

Ability to supervise and train employees, perform Embrex hatchery cycles, follow HACCP/SSOP, lift up to 100 lbs and push/pull 450 lb. buggies, work weekends/holidays, read and write English; HS diploma preferred.

Hatchery - Labor

Hatchery Labor

Perform hatchery duties including handling eggs, monitoring incubation, assisting chick hatching and transfers, maintaining sanitation and biosecurity, and recording hatch data. High physical tolerance and ability to lift/push heavy loads required.

Commerce Hatchery- Embrex Lead

Hatchery Embrex

Oversee embrex egg transfer, mix vaccine per SOP, start/shut transfer equipment, manage a small crew (≤10), track inventory, document machine status, perform light maintenance, stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs; HS/GED preferred; 18+ and authorization to work required; basic computer and math skills.

3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Minimum three years mechanical background; working knowledge of machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics and pipe fittings; able to operate cutting torch and plasma cutter; read schematics; use hand tools; comply with PPE and plant safety; reliable transportation.

2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic Lead

Ensure department efficiency, restore equipment breakdowns safely and quickly, assist production, assume supervisor duties in absence, and train new hires; requires mechanical background with welding/plumbing and equipment operation skills.

Ability to perform processing line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting), stand 8–11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, multitask, follow safety and food‑safety procedures; HS/GED preferred; background/drug checks and employment eligibility verification required.

Maintenance Hourly 3rd Shift

High school/GED and prior maintenance or technical school experience; perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs; read equipment manuals; perform plumbing and carpentry; use hand and power tools; follow safety rules.

Maintenance Hourly 2nd Shift

Performs installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive maintenance of production machinery and facility equipment; mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic skills; plumbing and carpentry tasks; high school diploma or GED and prior maintenance experience or technical training.

Human Resources Supervisor

Typically requires a Bachelor's in a related field or equivalent experience, minimum 2 years related HR experience; experience in employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, labor relations; ability to work additional hours/weekends; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Maintenance Supervisor

Supervise skilled trade workers to maintain and repair equipment, buildings, and utility systems; inspect work, prepare schedules, establish preventive maintenance, administer training; high school diploma/GED and 2+ years poultry-processing maintenance experience required.

Complex Manager

Oversee multiple plants and plant managers, plan production and resource use, monitor costs and quality, set production goals, prepare budgets; typically requires a bachelor’s and 10+ years of directly related experience.

Sanitation 3rd shift

Perform cleaning and sanitizing of production equipment and areas per USDA and company standards; mix and apply cleaning chemicals; work refrigerated environments, stand for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs; HS/GED preferred; food or manufacturing experience a plus.