Occupational Health Specialist 1st Shift

JBS USA; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Occupational Health Specialist for the 1st shift in Chattanooga, Tennessee. You will provide on-site medical care, conduct health assessments, and manage records while remaining mobile to respond to incidents on the production floor.

You’ll support safety initiatives, wellness programs, and workers’ compensation documentation, with a Monday–Friday schedule and 8-hour shifts. The role requires an LPN license and CPR/First Aid/AED.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted LPN license required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED card required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of care for employees in on-site nurse’s station.
• Provide routine and emergency medical attention for work-related and general health issues.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings; manage medical records to OSHA/state compliance.
• Respond to incidents on the production floor and maintain a safe, healthy workplace.
• Assist with wellness programs and employee health education.
• Support workers’ compensation documentation and case management.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Job description

Occupational Health Specialist 1st Shift

Occupational HealthChattanooga,Tennessee

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

In this key role, you'll serve as the first point of care for employees, providing both routine and emergency medical attention for work-related and general health issues. Based primarily in the on-site nurse’s station, you'll deliver care, conduct health assessments and screenings, and manage medical records. The role also requires mobility to respond to incidents on the production floor, helping maintain a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.

Provide on-site medical care within nursing scope and protocols.

Respond promptly to workplace and general health issues.

Perform health screenings (drug/alcohol tests, spirometry, and audiometry).

Maintain accurate health records for OSHA and state compliance.

Ensure confidentiality in all health matters.

Support safety and ergonomic initiatives.

Assist with wellness programs and employee health education.

Help manage and document workers’ compensation cases.

Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the H ealth and S afety T eam.

What You’ll Need

Education: Current unrestricted state license as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse required .

Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid/AED card required . If selected, Pilgrim’s will facilitate becoming certified in urine drug screen and breath alcohol collections.

Experience: Prefer 1+ years’ experience in the nursing field.Clinical hours can be acceptable for graduate nurses.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays. Shifts are 8 hours;

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: $27.00+

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;

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.