Purpose/Scope:

Responsible for all areas meeting processing requirements

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Assist in setting up line

• Complete daily production work log

• Assures rotation of partners for lunch and breaks

• Make sure lines and equipment are running efficiently

• Meets formula requirements for the customer specifications (percentage, weight, size, etc.)

• Makes sure all the proper equipment is used (scales, assigned tools, etc.)

• Assist in maintaining a clean work area

• Use required PPE and follow all safety guidelines of the company

• Follow any and 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

• Be able to train the removal process of the bird using a straight knife and/or scissors. A lead must be able to determine appropriate cuts according to training and be able to make cuts for wings, skin, breast fillets and breast tenders.

  Qualifications: (Required/Desired)

  Must be able to stand 8+ hours and work in cold and wet environment. Possess good written, math and oral communication, capable of working with little supervision, and making on the spot decisions. Ability to perform as well as train other employees all cuts on cone lines. Able to work well with others, good attendance, must be able to operate computers, be able to listen, have good people skills, and be able to delegate tasks to employees.