Plant Scheduler
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. Pilgrim's Pride scores A on the Alion truth index.
Description
Plant Scheduler
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides detailed schedules for production equipment within an established master schedule.Requires a knowledge of machine capacities, equipment and processes in the assigned area.This position normally focuses on a limited range of operations or processes and short-term schedules.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitors backlog of work for assigned area.
- Sequences orders to meet promise dates and optimize productivity.
- Revises debone and portion schedules to accommodate further process orders, rework and breakdowns.
- Monitors material supply and alerts others to potential shortages.
- Prepares and monitors master schedules by working with materials planning, production and maintenance to coordinate activities.
- Communicates status and changes to customer service and/or directly to sales.
- Monitors raw meat inventory to maintain minimum aged product and minimum inventory levels.
- Fills in for Finished Product scheduler in their absence.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with Microsoft Office required; SAP experience preferred
- Prior planning or scheduling experience preferred
- Poultry processing and sales experience preferrred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school Diploma or GED required; College Degree preferred.
Why Work for Pilgrim’s?
- Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekends;
- 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 salaryrange of $58,015.00 - $70,488.00;
- Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan,the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
- 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; and
- 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'sdoesnot 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 byPilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.