Maintenance Manager in Training
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026. Pilgrim's Pride scores A on the Alion truth index.
Description
MaintenanceManager in Training (MMIT)
We are looking for ambitious, driven leaders who are interested in learning more about the poultry industry, what it takestoeffectivelymanageby thecompany’svision, how to improve organizational effectiveness by showing exemplary leadership and maintaining the organization’score values.Successful candidates makecontributions to their career advancement, organizational goals and practicesto builda strong workforce.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
MMIT position is a 2-yeartraining program designed for individuals with industrial maintenance superintendent/supervisor experience,which focuses on equippingand developingthe skills necessaryto become a maintenance managerwithin the company. This program utilizes the Pilgrims Maintenance Pillar Process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Master implementinga preventive maintenance program in conjunction with engineering, plant maintenance staff and equipment suppliers.
- Collaborate with the maintenance director to train team members on the ongoing enhancement of the Pilgrims Maintenance Pillar and develop materials to clearly convey expectations, procedures and tools.
- Leverage various software andtechnologiesto improve processes, data capture and spend/reliability analysis.
- Provides Maintenance Pillar and CMMSeducation and training for plant maintenance teamsto improve work performance andequipment reliability.
- Develop the skillsto track maintenance department performance.
- Applylearned maintenance budgeting methods to assist facilities during the budgeting process.
- Analyze and compare maintenance expenditures across plants to identify and share best practices for equipment upkeep and performance improvement.
- Develops master PM templates,contentand optimal spendfor critical equipment.
- Serves as aPilgrims expert on CMMSfunctionality and procedures.
- Serves as liaison with safetyand QA,ensuringmaintenance processes support our people and food safety initiatives.
- Complete various projects and activities provided by the Maintenance Director.
- Must be able to travel 50%-75%of time, with overnight stays of 1-4 days.
- Must be able to work independently and exhibit Pilgrim values.
- Must be able to traverse processing areas and equipment.
- Must be able, and willing to relocate if required.
EDUCATION:
Associate’s degreepreferred,or completion of Vocational/Technical specialty certification/licensure program in a related field.Work experience will be considered in leuof degree.
EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must possess2-5 years of supervisory experiencein maintenance operations, demonstrating strong leadership skills and a proven recordof managing teams effectively.
Why Work for Pilgrim’s?
- Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k):company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
- Base Salaryrange of $90,005.00 - $109,356.30
- Incentive Pay: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; and
- 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;
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.