Cold Storage Forklift Operator - 12h Shifts, PTO

Tyson Foods; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Edwardsville, KS, is hiring for a Team Member to operate a forklift, break down and stack cases, and verify product, date, and quantity in a cold warehouse environment. The role involves 12-hour shifts, three-and-a-half days a week, and requires lifting up to 90–110 lbs, with PPE provided. Starting pay is $25.45/hr plus incentives.

Equal opportunity employer offering benefits and opportunities for growth within Tyson Foods. Background checks may be required for certain roles.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of forklift and warehouse experience from a single employer in the last 5 years.
• Cold storage experience preferred.
• Must be willing to frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 90 lbs and up to 110 lbs occasionally.
• Must be willing to stand, walk, bend, stretch, and climb.
• Must be willing to cross-train and be moved to other areas as needed.
• Must be willing to stand 12 hours per day on hard floors in a cold environment (-10° to 30°F).

Responsibilities

• Pallets are removed from trailers using a forklift.
• Break down and stack cases while receiving, verify product, date, and quantity.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Cold environment adaptation

Physical stamina

Job description

Tyson Foods in Edwardsville, KS, is hiring for a Team Member to operate a forklift, break down and stack cases, and verify product, date, and quantity in a cold warehouse environment. The role involves 12-hour shifts, three-and-a-half days a week, and requires lifting up to 90–110 lbs, with PPE provided. Starting pay is $25.45/hr plus incentives.

Equal opportunity employer offering benefits and opportunities for growth within Tyson Foods. Background checks may be required for certain roles.