Feed Mill Mechanic — Evening Shift & On-Call

JBS Foods; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Industrial Mechanic to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair feed mill equipment and facilities. You will work Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm–10:00 pm with on-call duties and weekend work as needed.

Duties include interpreting drawings, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with production teams. Qualified candidates have 1–2 years in industrial maintenance, basic mechanical skills, and familiarity with electrical and welding concepts.

Qualifications

• Reading, general math and writing skills required.
• Organized and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of standard and metric measurements.
• Minimum 1-2 years industrial maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment.
• General welding/fabrication knowledge.
• General knowledge of low/high voltage electrical.
• Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions with PPE.
• Ability to work in elevated areas and perform physical duties (lifting up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery and components
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts
• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments
• Interpret drawings of equipment to adjust, maintain or repair
• Respond to production area requests for mechanical issues
• Communicate with production management to diagnose problems
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Complete tasks accurately and efficiently with time and resources
• Other duties as assigned
• Operate forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts

Skills

Reading Math Writing

Organized multi-task

Basic mechanical skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Industrial equipment knowledge

Welding/fabrication knowledge

Low and high voltage electrical

Overtime availability

Age 18+

US work authorization

Physical stamina

Work in varied conditions with PPE

Work elevated areas

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Industrial Mechanic to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair feed mill equipment and facilities. You will work Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm–10:00 pm with on-call duties and weekend work as needed.

Duties include interpreting drawings, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with production teams. Qualified candidates have 1–2 years in industrial maintenance, basic mechanical skills, and familiarity with electrical and welding concepts.