Hatchery Process Lead - Days

Pilgrim's; Independence (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 60 days

Benefits at 60 days + 401K from day 1

70% off Pilgrim’s poultry products

Mentor/trainer support

Advancement opportunities

Better Futures Program – tuition paid

Career development programs

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Arcadia location is seeking a Hatchery Process Lead/Vaccine Mixer to oversee Embrex operations and ensure processes follow procedures. The role starts at $24.30/hour, with comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities.

You will work with a trainer/mentor, contributing to quality vaccines and efficient production at the Arcadia, WI complex. Responsibilities include vaccine mixing per instructions, equipment maintenance, inventory control, setup and teardown of Embrex machinery,

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to life 50 pounds.
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.
• Ability to work: Tue, Wed, Sat & Sat (holidays may be required).

Responsibilities

• Oversees Embrex vaccinating quality using reports and instructions.
• Performs maintenance on Embrex equipment.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and monitors vaccine inventories.
• Set up and take down Embrex process equipment.
• Wash and sanitize Embrex equipment, incubators and rooms.
• Move racks of eggs from incubators into Embrex machine.
• Place empty egg flats into farm racks.
• Load full egg flats and stage in holding area.
• Load hatcher dollies of eggs into hatchers.
• Monitor machines and document findings.
• Train others with skills and knowledge gained.
• Observe all safety, quality and food safety policies.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and collaborate with teammates.

Skills

Independent work

Lift 50 pounds

No poultry contact

Flexible schedule

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

About Pilgrim’s

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.

Pilgrim’s Arcadia Location

While Pilgrim’s is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim’s works with 150 local growers. We employ approximately 500 team members at our complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future!

Pilgrim’s wantsYOUto join our Team as aHatchery Process Lead/Vaccine Mixer! This position starts at$24.30/hour!

Benefits include:

• 80 Hours of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
• Benefits at 60 days of employment, 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program –2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for overseeing the Embrex process to ensure all functions of the job are done according to procedure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Oversees Embrex vaccinating quality by using monitoring reports and assuring vaccines are mixed according to instructions.
• Performs maintenance on Embrex equipment.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and monitors vaccine inventories.
• Set up and take down Embrex process equipment.
• Wash and sanitize Embrex equipment and incubators and rooms.
• Remove racks of eggs from incubators and load into Embrex machine.
• Place empty egg flats into farm racks.
• Place full racks of egg flats in washer and stage in holding area.
• Place full hatcher dollies of eggs into hatchers.
• Monitors machines and equipment for proper operation and document findings.
• Perform maintenance repairs as needed.
• Train others with the skills and knowledge gained from position.
• Observes all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership team.
• Perform other duties as directed.

EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members

• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High School education or equivalent
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to life 50 pounds
• Must not raise any poultry or birds
• Ability to work: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Saturday (Holidays may be required)

EOE, including disability/vets.