Hatchery Utility - Days

Pilgrim's • Independence, WI

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products. This position is for a Day Shift Utility Team Member in the Hatchery. The Utility Team Member is responsible for working in all areas of the Hatchery, with the primary responsibilities being to work on the transfer crew and chick processing crew as needed. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of the hatchery by performing various tasks related to egg handling, equipment maintenance, and sanitation. Team members are expected to observe and enforce all company policies, maintain a positive work atmosphere, and participate in process improvement and safety initiatives.

Requirements

• Ability to work in positions requiring data collection and entry.
• Ability to push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 1,000 pounds.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid PIT license (pallet jack and scissor lift).
• Ability to work in wet, dusty, loud conditions.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good mechanical abilities.
• Ability to adapt and learn various positions and procedures.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Ability to work varying hours, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Training provided with a trainer/mentor.

Responsibilities

• Trays eggs from farm racks into incubator racks and loads incubators according to set schedules.
• Transfers eggs from incubators to hatchers as part of the transfer team.
• Cleans and disinfects incubators, hatchers, egg room, processing rooms and hatchery equipment.
• Monitors equipment, assists in trouble-shooting and preventative maintenance.
• Learns and backs up all chick processing and transfer team positions, including being on call rotating weekends.
• Assists in training new team members.
• Assists in mixing and dispensing vaccines according to company guidelines.
• Participates in safety audits and SOP reviews.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Benefits

• 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed