Job Description
Job Details:
Schedule: Monday - Friday with possible Saturdays
Hours: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Pay: $17.40 hour.
This position is responsible for operating a forklift or pallet jack to load and unload trailers with the correct products for both receiving and shipping operations. The team member will ensure the right trailer is loaded or unloaded with the right product, verifying product accuracy through manifest checks and scanning. They will also handle unloading box room supplies as needed for box room operations and physically move products from staging areas to trailers or other designated locations, including the 2nd floor box room via forklift.
Key responsibilities include:
Operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.
Checking product and paperwork accuracy on loads and storing copies with delivery tickets for accurate load tracking.
Using a scanner and tablet with Tyson software to input temperature checks after verifying product temperatures before placing products in coolers or loading onto trailers.
Communicating continuously via radio with yard drivers regarding trailer needs, finished trailers, and other operational requirements.
Visually inspecting trailers, pallets, plastic tops, and boxes for damage or quality issues.
Maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
Washing out trailers when necessary.
Climbing stairs to access work areas as required.
Physical requirements include the ability to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds, work in damp, cold, or hot environments, use hands and arms above shoulder level, and stand for 10+ hours per day.
Candidates must be able to obtain company forklift and pallet jack certification and possess good reading, writing, basic math skills, and strong communication abilities to effectively interact with management and Quality Assurance (QA) personnel.
Requirements:
6 months of continuous work history in the last 12 months.
Prior Employee Waiting Period If you were previously employed at Tyson, there’s a 180-day waiting period before you can reapply.
Number of Times Worked at Tyson You can apply if you’ve worked at Tyson no more than two times.
Failed Drug Screen - if you had a failed drug screen, you must wait 6 months before reapplying.
This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility. Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Applications will be considered from the following counties: Washington, Benton, and Madison.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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