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Pilgrim's Pride

Hatchery Manager

Requires 5+ years directly related hatchery or production experience, associates degree or vocational certification preferred, leadership and budgeting experience, SAP and Microsoft Office familiarity, strong communication and safety focus.

DAYSHIFT LIVEHAUL CAGE REPAIR

Cage Repairer

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on cages and plant equipment; welding/cutting experience required; forklift operation and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; work in extreme temperatures; drug test required.

Maintenance Hourly

Maintenance Technician

1–2 years industrial maintenance experience; HS diploma/GED required (technical school preferred); ability to read drawings, perform preventive maintenance, use shop math, and work assigned shifts including weekends.

Production Hourly 3rd Shift

Production Worker

Ability to perform manual production tasks using tools (including knives), stand 8–11 hours, work in cool temperatures, follow USDA and safety procedures; high school diploma/GED preferred.

Production Hourly - 1st & 2nd Shift

Production Hourly

Perform cutting, trimming, packaging, inspection, and equipment operation on a fast-paced poultry production line; high school diploma/GED preferred; drug, alcohol, and background checks required post-offer.

Sanitation Supervisor

Supervisory experience in food/poultry processing, minimum 1 year directly related; manage sanitation staff, ensure USDA-approved cleaning, inventory and budget oversight, MS Office proficiency; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Whole Bird 2nd Shift

Perform poultry processing tasks on the production line, operate equipment, follow USDA and company safety/food-safety standards, maintain clean work area; HS/GED preferred; poultry or food industry experience a plus.

Perform processing line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting); ability to stand 8–11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, work in cool temperatures; high school preferred; poultry/food experience a plus; background/drug checks required.

3rd Shift Maintenance Hourly Mechanic (Enterprise AL Complex)

Perform preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, perform welding and motor testing, use multimeters, and stand for long periods in varying temperatures. High school/GED preferred; 1+ years maintenance experience preferred.

Breeder Service Technician

Provide technical guidance to growers, conduct farm inspections, perform vaccinations and medication administration, track flock metrics, lift 50+ lbs, valid driver's license and good driving record; 2+ years related experience preferred; Microsoft Office proficiency.

Sanitation Laborer 2nd shift

Sanitation Laborer

Perform sanitation of production equipment and areas to USDA and food safety standards; mix and apply cleaning chemicals, follow SOPs and PPE requirements; must be able to stand long periods, lift 40 lbs, and work in refrigerated environments. HS/GED preferred; food/poultry/manufacturing experience a plus.

Laboratory Technician-Lab

Laboratory Technician

High school diploma/GED and minimum 3 years directly related laboratory experience; performs microbiology testing, sets and analyzes food and environmental samples, operates and cleans lab equipment, and records test results.

High school diploma/GED preferred; ability to stand 8–11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, work in cool temperatures (~40°F); multitasking, communication, and ability to follow instructions; poultry/food industry experience a plus.

Accounting Specialist

Accounting clerical experience preferred (2-4 years). Tasks include processing credits/debits, researching accounts, communicating on billing issues, logging returns, posting deposits, and preparing reports; knowledge of SAP/ERP and Excel required.

White Meat Machine Operator (PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer)

Machine Operator

Operate and maintain PacMac and Marel Pocket Sizer machines, set parameters, troubleshoot, perform minor maintenance, follow safety training (IMPACT), be LOTO-authorizable, lift up to 50 lbs, work varied shifts and weekends.

Waste Water Technician

Perform preventive maintenance, monitor plant operations, mix chemicals, maintain pump station, lift 50 lbs, obtain forklift license, and hold a valid driver's license; high school diploma desired.

Truck Shop Mechanic

Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel and gasoline equipment and trucks; must have own tools and CDL (or obtain within 6 months); mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills required; HS diploma/GED preferred.

TRANSFER LABORER- ATHENS HATCHERY

Transfer Laborer

Perform repetitive hatchery tasks including pulling and loading eggs, completing QC checks, cleaning equipment and floors; must have good hand-eye coordination and be able to lift and stand for long periods. Zoetis certification provided after training.

Sanitation Worker

Perform cleaning and sanitizing of production areas, complete mandatory safety and food safety/GMP training, work refrigerated environments, stand for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and work assigned overtime.

Refrigeration Technician

1+ year ammonia refrigeration or maintenance experience; competence with A/C and D/C controls, hydraulics/pneumatics; able to troubleshoot complex refrigeration systems, perform preventive maintenance, complete PSM/confined space/hot work paperwork, pass HazMat physical/training.

Production Hourly-Fresh Plant

Perform processing line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting), follow USDA and company food safety standards, stand 8-11 hours, lift 50 lbs, high school preferred; food industry experience a plus.

Production Hourly  (3rd shift)

Performs manual production tasks in a refrigerated environment; must stand 8–11 hours, follow USDA and company food safety standards, use tools (including knives), communicate effectively, and maintain a clean workspace.

Perform processing-line tasks (cutting, trimming, packaging, inspecting), follow USDA and safety guidelines, stand 8-11 hours, lift 50+ lbs, HS/GED preferred; food industry experience a plus.

Maintenance Athens Hatchery- Night Shift

Industrial Mechanic

1+ years industrial maintenance experience; mechanical, welding/fabrication, and electrical skills; forklift and lift operation; able to lift up to 50 lbs, work elevated areas, stand for long periods, work overtime/nights/weekends, and be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Maintenance Hourly 2nd & 3rd

Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, execute welding operations, use diagnostic tools, lift 50+ lbs; HS/GED preferred; 1+ years maintenance experience preferred.

Live Hanger - Production

Live Hanger

Perform safe hanging of birds at line speed, be trained on company animal welfare guidelines, work in hot/wet conditions, maintain excellent attendance and teamwork. HS/GED preferred.

Line Lead Lower Debone-1st Shift

Lower Debone Operator

High-school diploma preferred, able to read/write English, strong attendance and safety record, ability to work overtime/weekends, supervise staff, and follow HACCP/SSOP requirements.

Line Lead Wing-1st Shift

Line Lead

High school diploma/GED preferred; must read/write English. Able to work overtime and weekends. Effective communicator, team player, able to perform all department jobs and motivate others.

Hatchery Lead - Production

Hatchery Person

Ability to supervise and train employees, perform Embrex hatchery cycles, follow HACCP/SSOP, lift up to 100 lbs and push/pull 450 lb. buggies, work weekends/holidays, read and write English; HS diploma preferred.

Hatchery - Labor

Hatchery Labor

Perform hatchery duties including handling eggs, monitoring incubation, assisting chick hatching and transfers, maintaining sanitation and biosecurity, and recording hatch data. High physical tolerance and ability to lift/push heavy loads required.

Commerce Hatchery- Embrex Lead

Hatchery Embrex

Oversee embrex egg transfer, mix vaccine per SOP, start/shut transfer equipment, manage a small crew (≤10), track inventory, document machine status, perform light maintenance, stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs; HS/GED preferred; 18+ and authorization to work required; basic computer and math skills.

3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Minimum three years mechanical background; working knowledge of machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics and pipe fittings; able to operate cutting torch and plasma cutter; read schematics; use hand tools; comply with PPE and plant safety; reliable transportation.

2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic Lead

Ensure department efficiency, restore equipment breakdowns safely and quickly, assist production, assume supervisor duties in absence, and train new hires; requires mechanical background with welding/plumbing and equipment operation skills.

CDL Driver - Egg pick up

CDL Driver

Valid Class A CDL with 12 months tractor/trailer experience in the last 36 months, ability to lift 50+ lbs, operate manual CMV, conduct equipment inspections, follow safety/biosecurity protocols, and pass drug/alcohol/background checks.

Maintenance Supervisor

Supervise skilled trade workers to maintain and repair equipment, buildings, and utility systems; inspect work, prepare schedules, establish preventive maintenance, administer training; high school diploma/GED and 2+ years poultry-processing maintenance experience required.

Electrician/Maintenance 2nd shift

Electrician

Previous mechanical/electrical maintenance experience required; skilled in welding, brazing, soldering, plumbing, hydraulics, equipment troubleshooting, and safety procedures (LOTO, lifts, harness). High school diploma or equivalent required; technical schooling helpful; must communicate in English.

PSM Specialist

1+ year related experience; high school diploma/GED required (college preferred); knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119; APSM/PSM software experience preferred; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; SAP is a plus; ability to read piping/instrument diagrams; ammonia refrigeration knowledge preferred.

Operario Sanitation

Sanitation Operator

Perform cleaning tasks across departments, comply with company rules, full availability, high school diploma or equivalent required, no experience necessary, must pass criminal background check.

Mecanico-A Temporero

Mechanic

Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs (including brakes and electrical), tire handling, and document tasks; technical degree in automotive or diesel and 2 years experience required.

TECNICO DE REFRIGERACION TEMP

Technical refrigeration course, valid license, minimum 2 years experience, ability to work in low/high temperatures, mechanical skills, responsible with good interpersonal skills.