Animal Welfare Software Developer Jobs in Athens, GA

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Heathy Planet:
At Pete & Gerry's, we were first to do it better, and are still doing it best. For nearly 30 years, we've been on a mission to produce healthy, delicious eggs and partner with family farms for meaningful impact. By raising hens outdoors as nature intended, we stay true to our roots every step of the way by keeping animal welfare, planet-friendly farming practices, and high-quality taste and nutrition at the heart of all we do, so you can always believe in what you buy.
Healthy Together
At Pete & Gerry's, we believe that when we care for each other, we all thrive. Across our farms, offices, and communities, we act as one flock - united by respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing what's right. We create an environment where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow, because our success depends on the wellbeing of the people who make our mission possible.
The Role at a Glance:
The Continuous Improvement Specialist will be responsible for directing process improvement activities to ensure that the overall business objectives are achieved. Provide support, guidance, and action to drive lean behaviors targeting elimination of waste and variation from our manufacturing and business processes that result in cost savings.
How You'll Create Greater Impact:
In this role, you'll help deliver the highest quality product while upholding our unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and responsible farming. You'll act boldly, embrace continuous improvement, and partner with teammates and customers to deliver wins.

• Work closely with the CI leadership and site leadership team to establish and implement lean manufacturing concepts.
• Will be responsible for providing coaching and mentoring on project management skills, team facilitation, project execution to deliver project cost savings.
• Work with area managers/supervisors regarding process improvement opportunities within their organizations.
• Develop and maintain business performance measures and conduct analysis of data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop & deliver presentations and basic training courses associated with process improvement.
• Ensure operational activities adhere to lean standards i.e. material flow, set-up reduction, 6S & workplace organization, communication cells, TPM, etc.
• Establish program to develop and maintain standard operating procedures for existing processes and procedures.
• Support development and usage of key manufacturing systems i.e. MES, ERP, CMMS, Production labeling software, BI reports
• Monitors and inspects project quality and ensures that project improvements are sustained via KPI measurements and dashboards.
• Share responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring to the Flock:
We are one team - united by respect and a shared commitment to doing what's right. What we do every day connects to something bigger.
You'll bring your experience, perspective, and pride in your work. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse viewpoints - because they make our flock stronger.

• Bilingual communication skills required (English/Spanish)
• Four-year college degree or equivalent business experience required.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize, follow through and display the aptitude and ability to quickly develop an in-depth working knowledge of applicable company processes.
• Candidate should have strong working knowledge and experience in CI strategies and should also be able to teach these tools to others.
• Advanced skills in the use of data management tools to monitor progress toward goals.
• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, highly motivated, and organized.
• Certified Lean Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt is preferred.
• 25% travel is required (domestically and to other plants) as is the ability to work flexible hours to manage a multi-shift operation.

Work Schedule & Hours:

• Day Shift - Flexible Schedule
• Work hours are primarily during the day, with flexibility in start and end times based on business needs.
• Shifts may extend up to 10-12 hours depending on project demands, deadlines, or organizational priorities.
• Daily schedules may vary due to meetings, process improvement initiatives, data analysis needs, or cross-functional collaboration.
• Flexibility is required to adjust working hours to support continuous improvement efforts and evolving business needs.

Tending to our Flock:
We care for our people the same way we care for our hens - with attention, respect, and balance. Our benefits are designed to support real life and whole wellbeing.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Paid volunteer time
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Footwear reimbursement for onsite employees
• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs
• Breakfast or lunch events from time to time.
• A team grounded in a shared mission: Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Healthy Planet.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Pete & Gerry's Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a community built on respect and shared purpose. Every person belongs here - because our strength comes from the diversity of people and perspectives that make us who we are.
We are an E-Verify employer. After accepting an offer, we will use E-Verify to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States by comparing information from your Form I-9 with records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration.
Salary Description
Base salary from $65,000+, depending on experience