Cold Storage Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Tyson Foods; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

401(k) and benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Russellville, Arkansas is hiring a Forklift Operator for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 7:00am–3:00pm) with pay at $18.85 per hour. You will load, unload and move products in a fast-paced warehouse, with full orientation and forklift certification during training.

Safety PPE is provided and boot reimbursement; the role requires basic reading and writing and ability to work 8-hour shifts in cold storage, with overtime and weekend opportunities to meet production deadlines.

Qualifications

• Six months of continuous work history with a single employer in the last 12 months.
• forklift/warehouse experience preferred (3 months).
• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Move around the work area at a fast pace for an 8‑hour shift, lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Follow Tyson policies and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends to meet production deadlines.
• Work in a fast-paced cold storage environment.

Skills

Six months history

Forklift experience

Reading & writing

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Tyson Foods in Russellville, Arkansas is hiring a Forklift Operator for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 7:00am–3:00pm) with pay at $18.85 per hour. You will load, unload and move products in a fast-paced warehouse, with full orientation and forklift certification during training.

Safety PPE is provided and boot reimbursement; the role requires basic reading and writing and ability to work 8-hour shifts in cold storage, with overtime and weekend opportunities to meet production deadlines.