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Human Resources Manager in Training

Pilgrim's
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026
Description

Human Resource Manager in Training

Scope

The HR Manager in Training will be based out of a designatedhomemanufacturing facility. The HR Manager in Training position is a key role in the development of bench strength for future Complex HR Managers openings. The designation of the HR Manager in Training will be determined by the individual’s skills set. The accompanying locations will be determined primarily by geographic proximity and secondarily by business unit or other significant drivers, e.g. labor.

  • There is only ONE position open and will be located at one of the Small Bird facilities (Athens, GA, Canton, GA, Ellijay, GA, Mayfield, KY, Chattanooga, TN or Mt. Pleasant, TX West- to be determined upon selection)!

Responsibilities

This position plans and administers policies relating to all phases of HR activity by performing the following duties or through subordinate supervisor.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assists the HR manager with day-to-day activities including:

  • Identifies legal requirements and governmental reporting regulations.
  • Recruits, interviews, and selects employees to fill salaried and hourly positions. Plans and conducts new employee orientation.
  • Keeps records of benefits plans.
  • Coordinates management training.
  • Oversees and administers complex compensation programs.
  • Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee-related issues.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Administers benefits programs.
  • Union interactions and grievances

Qualifications

  • 5 years’ experience in HR management or supervision required
  • Broad knowledge of federal and state employment laws
  • General knowledge of benefits and compensation administration
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent technical skills (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and HR-SAP)
  • Ability to relocate to other Pilgrim’s facilities if HR Manager positions become available
  • Ability to relocate to other Pilgrim’s facilities if HR Manager positions become available.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or equivalent; or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and training.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base Salary range of $67,878.00 - $82,471.50
  • Incentive Pay:This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
  • 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;
  • Better Futures

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 vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim'sdoesnot accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned byPilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.

Salary : $67,878 - $82,472

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