3rd Shift Forklift OPR Caseyville IL

Tyson Foods; Caseyville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Safe work environment

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Caseyville, IL is seeking a warehouse associate to move materials throughout the facility. The role requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, reading work orders, and ensuring items are moved, counted, weighed, and recorded.

The position is a 3rd shift with starting pay of $20.80 per hour, plus shift differential. Applicants need at least 6 months forklift experience and must obtain forklift certification within 8 weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• 6 months forklift experience in past 36 months
• Must earn forklift certification within 8 weeks of hire

Responsibilities

• Move product as directed using pallet jacks, forklifts or other means.
• Reading/reviews work orders and follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved, counted, weighed, put away and recorded.
• Safely opens containers, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer or other hand tools.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools.
• Cleans work area, machines and equipment, using broom, rags and other products.
• Updates database records as required; participate in all department and company training sessions and meetings.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all warehouse operations.
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners within facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Reading work orders

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. The starting pay for this position is $20.80/hr. with a shift increase for second and third shifts. If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer advancement opportunities and steady work. This facility operates five to six days a week and produces items like Hillshire Snack packs, Jimmy Dean Breakfast bowls, and Jimmy Dean Breakfast sandwiches.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring materials are moved/transported throughout the facility as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Move product as directed using pallet jacks, forklifts or other means.
• Reading/reviews work orders and follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved, counted, weighed, put away and recorded.
• Safely opens containers, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer or other hand tools.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools.
• Cleans work area, machines and equipment, using broom, rags and other products.
• Updates database records as required; participate in all department and company training sessions and meetings.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all warehouse operations.
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners within facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. Must be willing to work in cold temperatures ranging from 20 to 36 degrees. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Assist in stocking and on assembly line on a regular basis, lifting to 90lbs with assistance.

Physical Requirements

• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to stand, walk, bend, twist, stretch, climb, push, pull, kneel, squat, and reach.
• Must be willing and able to lift, push, and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. in many areas of production.
• Must be willing to work in cold temperatures ranging from 20 to 36 degrees.
• Ability to safely operate foot and hand controls with good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment and frequently twist/turns to check surroundings.
• Ability to repeatedly climb in and out of forklift equipment.
• Ability to maintain the level of awareness necessary to safely operate a forklift around people, equipment, and moving vehicles, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Candidates must be willing and able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Experience and Education

Applicants must show six (6) months of forklift experience at one employer in the past 36 months. Applicants will be required to earn forklift certification within 8 weeks of hire to perform essential job functions.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

No Work Shift

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate

$20.80

Incentives

• Annual Incentive Plan: No
• Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

Compensation

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package. Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Hourly Applicants ONLY

You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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

Equal Opportunity Statements

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Culture

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

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