Regional Operations Excellence Specialist - Live Operations

Regional Operational Excellence Specialist – Live Operations At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first, always. Overview Primary operational‑excellence partner for Live Operations (Breeder, Hatchery, Broiler/Farm, Live Haul), driving continuous improvement in bird performance, welfare, and live cost. Lead efforts to establish and standardize labor and process standards across live operations. Develop, train, and coach Coordinators of Operational Excellence (COE) and Live Operations teams to identify and close performance gaps. Location: This position can be located at any of Pilgrim's facilities and will be determined upon selection. Responsibilities Establish and implement labor standards and process standardization across Live Operations where gaps exist. Drive compliance and adoption of Pilgrim’s Live Operations playbooks across all complexes. Partner closely with the Live Technical Services team to align performance drivers, best practices, and field execution. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across farms, hatcheries, and live haul operations focused on: Bird performance Animal welfare and compliance Live cost and efficiency Support gap identification, root cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions using Lean and Pilgrim’s Management Method tools. Serve as a liaison between Live Operations and Plant teams to improve upstream drivers impacting yield and plant performance. Coach and support COEs and field leadership in execution of OE tools, management routines, and performance tracking. Conduct site visits, audits, and training across live complexes. Participate in corporate reviews, executive updates, and cross‑functional OE initiatives. Travel up to 70%. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Animal Science, Agriculture, or related field. 5–8 years of experience in poultry, agriculture, or manufacturing (Live Operations preferred). Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Experience with Excel and performance data analysis. Proven ability to coach, train, and influence teams in field environments. Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience preferred. Resilient, adaptable, and hands‑on. 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) with company match beginning after the first year of service and following the company vesting schedule. Base salary range of $112,894.20 +/- based on experience. Incentive pay: eligible to participate in the company's annual bonus plan; bonus varies subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program. Career development: continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs. EEO Statement EOE, including disability/vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pilgrim's