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How much do full time poultry processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time poultry processing in the United States is $14.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Poultry Processing vs Part Time Poultry Processing?

AspectFull Time Poultry ProcessingPart Time Poultry Processing
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekLess than 30 hours per week
CertificationsUsually requires food safety and processing certificationsMay not require full certifications, flexible requirements
Work EnvironmentIndustrial processing plants, cold environmentsSimilar environment but with fewer hours
Job ResponsibilitiesFull scope of processing tasks, quality controlLimited tasks, possibly assisting or part-time roles

Full Time Poultry Processing involves working standard hours with comprehensive responsibilities and certifications, while Part Time Poultry Processing offers flexible hours with potentially fewer certifications and responsibilities. Both roles are essential in the poultry industry but differ mainly in hours and scope of work.

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What are the most commonly searched types of Poultry Processing jobs? The most popular types of Poultry Processing jobs are:
Infographic showing various Full Time Poultry Processing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 19% As Needed, 8% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 10% Contract, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,178 per year, or $15 per hour.
Sanitation Hourly - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Sanitation Hourly - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Pilgrim's

Mount Pleasant, TX • On-site

$17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Pilgrim's rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 389 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Sanitation Hourly
At Pilgrim's,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
Join our sanitation team and help ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and food quality across our poultry processing operations. In this essential hands-on role, you'll be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facilities to meet strict USDA, food safety, and company sanitation requirements. You'll use cleaning tools and chemicals, follow detailed sanitation procedures, and help maintain a safe, organized environment for all team members. This is a fast-paced position where reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are critical. If you're hardworking, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a team focused on excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our plants.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to USDA, food safety, and company sanitation standards.
  • Prepare, mix, and safely apply cleaning chemicals while following all PPE and safety requirements.
  • Inspect equipment and areas after sanitation to ensure proper cleanliness and report any issues or hazards promptly.
  • Maintain an organized, safe work environment by removing debris, rinsing surfaces, and ensuring proper storage of tools and chemicals.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to complete sanitation tasks efficiently and support a positive, safety-focused environment.
  • Follow detailed sanitation procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and all safety, food safety, and biosecurity guidelines.
  • Perform additional sanitation duties as needed to support production readiness and meet operational goals.
  • Other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
  • Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
  • Experience: Poultry, food industry, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
  • Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment, have good communication skills, ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense, have strong attention to detail, and must be a team player.
  • Physical requirements: Ability to work in a refrigerated environment with temperatures ranging from10F to 40F, standing for extended periods of time, and able to lift 40 lbs.
Why Work for Pilgrim's?
  • 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 hourly salary rate of $17.50with a $1.00 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
  • 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 mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE, including disability/vets
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do 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 JBS and its companies 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 JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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Pilgrim's is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world's largest poultry producers, Pilgrim's has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It's our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.

Industry

Animal farming

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Greeley, CO, US

Year founded

1946

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