Security Guard Lead

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 is 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.

Responsibilities

• Monitors plant activity.
• Hourly rounds (checking trailer temps, room temps, and gates).
• Monitor all associates entering and exiting building including car traffic.
• Weight master scales, weighing trailers in and out.
• Answering switchboard after hours.
• Billing loads.
• Follow and implement company policies.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness and operability.
• Receive shipments of supplies and raw materials.
• Fill in the Security Department as and where needed.
• Will cover for the Security Supervisor in their absence.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write and speak in English.
• Strong computer skills preferred.
• Ability to walk more than one mile, on varying terrain, in all weather and up/down stairs.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively under stress.
• Attention to detail.
• Professional attitude.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Security experience a plus.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in business administration or related field preferred.

Schedule

Monday – Friday with occasional weekends and holidays. This position will generally work 2nd or 3rd shift, but will work some 1st shift as needed.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: 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.

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.