3rd Shift Forklift OPR Caseyville IL

Tyson Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a 3rd shift forklift operator at the Caseyville, Illinois facility. You will move products throughout the plant using pallet jacks and forklifts and ensure accurate handling of materials per work orders.

The role requires at least 6 months of forklift experience and certification within 8 weeks of hire. Expect a physically demanding, cold environment with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Six months forklift experience at one employer in the past 36 months.
• Forklift certification must be earned within 8 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Move product using pallet jacks, forklifts or other means.
• Read work orders and follow instructions to move, count, weigh, put away materials.
• Safely open containers using hand tools.
• Load materials into vehicles and secure with straps or padding.
• Clean work area, machines and equipment.
• Update database records and participate in training sessions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift experience

Job description

## 3rd Shift Forklift OPR Caseyville ILApply: Caseyville Plant - Caseyville, Illinois: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 18, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R0484799**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**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**Work Shift:**3RD SHIFT (United States of America)**Pay Range/Rate:**$20.80**Incentives:**Annual Incentive Plan:NoLong-Term Incentive Plan:No**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. 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. **CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection,** **click here****.**### About UsOur 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.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.**Benefits** 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. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).**Education Assistance Program****Your Growth, Our Commitment**At Tyson Foods, your success drives ours. On day 31 of service, eligible team members can access education assistance through **Upward Academy Online (Guild)** — offering everything from English language learning and professional certificates to college degrees.Approved programs come with no upfront tuition or out-of-pocket costs(up to $5,250 per year), so you can build skills, earn credentials, and take your career further — while *we* invest in your future.**401(k) & Stock Purchase Plans** Prepare for your future in retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Stock Purchase Plan. Our 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and after-tax Roth contributions.Once you’ve completed a year of service with the company, Tyson will contribute to your retirement savings in the 401(k) Plan with a match equal to 100% of the first 3% of eligible pay you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2 percent of eligible pay you contribute.Also after one year, Tyson will match 25% of the first 10% of eligible pay you contribute to the Stock Purchase Plan. Your contributions and Tyson’s contributions to the plans are always 100% vested.