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Pilgrim's UTILITY TEAM - HATCHERY DAYS TEMP (PT/FT) in Independence, Wisconsin
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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 wants YOU to join our Team as a Part Time/Full Time Temporary DAY SHIFT UTILITY TEAM MEMBER ! This position starts at $20.84/hour plus $1.00/hour Shift Differential .
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Utility Worker is responsible for supporting all areas of the hatchery, with the primary responsibilities being focused on the needs of the chick processing and transfer teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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.
Must learn and back up all chick processing and transfer team positions. This includes 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, SOP reviews.
Other tasks may be assigned as needed.
EXPECTATIONS:
Team Members Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and animal welfare 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
Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
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 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
EOE/Vet/Disabled