Cobb - Hatchery Maintenance Generalist

Job Details:

Location: Siloam Springs Hatcery, Siloam Springs, AR                                                                                         

Schedule:   Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred.  Applicant must have at least six consecutive months of work experience with the same employer and no additional gaps in employment greater than six months with the last 36 months.  If applicant was laid-off, providing eldercare or childcare, the six month gap will be increased to 18 months.  Previous work history criteria will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months. 

Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

At Cobb, we are dedicated to helping our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every aspect of life.

Starting wage - $25.25 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

Our competitive benefits include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance from Day 1 of hire
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Telehealth Services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• 401K & Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program
• Additionally, we offer incentives such as CobbRewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off.

These are just a few of the benefits and perks we offer. Continue growing with our family & apply today to become part of the Cobb team!

Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred.  Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

COMPANY:COBB

Position Summary:

• This position is responsible for assisting in installing, repairing, and servicing all hatchery equipment. Conducts equipment service per PM schedule; orders supplies and maintains inventory; performs housekeeping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment; and coordinates major repairs with external vendors.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience: Demonstrated previous experience in a lead/supervisory role and/or a minimum of 6 months in  related field.
• TSA: Must agree to submit to a Security Threat Assessment

Essential Duties and Responsibilties

• Dispense Formaldehyde. (10%)
• Aaon/HVAC troubleshooting diagnosis and understanding. (10%)
• Do temperature checks on setters before eggs are set and assist with setting eggs. (10%)
• VFD and Venilation operation understanding.(10%)
• PLC operation and programing (10%)
• Make sure all setter buggies are being correctly placed, all curtains are in the right position, all air lines are hooked correctly and all buggies are connected. (10%)
• Perform and maintain the PM program. (10%)
• Pneumatics operation and understanding (10%)
• Calibrate pumps for dispensing chemicals and change Single and Three phase motors as well as Low voltage and Control wiring. (10%)
• Be on-call as needed, Calibrate, change, and clean setter and hatchers. Clean spray nozzles, assist with the emptying of the offal tank, pre pull, maintains foot pans and hand sanitizer, maintain a clean and organized work area. (10%)

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements:

• The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility.  Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company.  No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines. 

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

• Physical:  Must be able to lift/move 50 lbs. and must be able to push/pull 1000-1500 lbs. (on wheels).  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand majority of shift (concrete floor);