Cook Opr PR05 - 2nd shift - Taco Processing

Tyson Foods

Hutchinson (KS)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 33,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off
401(k) plans
Health, dental, vision & prescription

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Hutchinson, KS is seeking a Production Operator to set up and operate manufacturing equipment for food products. You will follow safety rules, document production data, and ensure products meet CCP and quality standards.

The role requires physical work, lifting up to 50 pounds, and virtual responsibilities including paperwork and GMP compliance. Second shift offers a $1.10/hr differential; Tyson Foods provides benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Read and/or write to maintain documentation of inventory, raw materials used, oven temps and other production records as they arise on a daily basis.
  • Operate and make adjustments to MPO oven to ensure proper cooking temperatures of product according to Critical Control Points.
  • Operate and make adjustments to Raw Material dicer to ensure correct product size and adequate product flow.
  • Make adjustments to pre-cooker to assure proper product temperatures according to Critical Control Points.
  • Monitor and maintain grease flow for production needs.
  • Monitor heat exchanger, grease tanks, grease filters and screeners and report deficiencies to maintenance and or department supervisor.
  • Communicate verbally with team members and management.
  • Notify management of any mechanical, material, or quality issues.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Operate Electric Hand Jack.
  • Read explicit simple instructions and do required paperwork.
  • Become knowledgeable of Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points, and Tyson Foods policies and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties and assignments as required by Supervisor.

Responsibilities

  • Read and/or write to maintain documentation of inventory, raw materials used, oven temps and other production records as they arise on a daily basis.
  • Operate and make adjustments to MPO oven to ensure proper cooking temperatures of product according to Critical Control Points.
  • Operate and make adjustments to Raw Material dicer to ensure correct product size and adequate product flow.
  • Make adjustments to pre-cooker to assure proper product temperatures according to Critical Control Points.
  • Monitor and maintain grease flow for production needs.
  • Monitor heat exchanger, grease tanks, grease filters and screeners and report deficiencies to maintenance and or department supervisor.
  • Communicate verbally with team members and management.
  • Notify management of any mechanical, material, or quality issues.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Operate Electric Hand Jack.
  • Read explicit simple instructions and do required paperwork.
  • Become knowledgeable of Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points, and Tyson Foods policies and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties and assignments as required by Supervisor.

Job description

Job Details

The starting pay is $20.60 an hour, with an additional $1.10 per hour shift differential for 2nd Shift.

Role Overview

This position is responsible for setting up and operating equipment used in the manufacturing of food products while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

In this role you will
  • Read and or write to maintain documentation of inventory, raw materials used, oven temps and other production records as they arise on a daily basis.
  • Operate and make adjustments to MPO oven to ensure proper cooking temperatures of product according to Critical Control Points.
  • Operate and make adjustments to Raw Material dicer to ensure correct product size and adequate product flow.
  • Make adjustments to pre-cooker to assure proper product temperatures according to Critical Control Points.
  • Monitor and maintain grease flow for production needs.
  • Monitor heat exchanger, grease tanks, grease filters and screeners and report deficiencies to maintenance and or department supervisor.
  • Communicate verbally with team members and management.
  • Notify management of any mechanical, material, or quality issues.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Operate Electric Hand Jack.
  • Read explicit simple instructions and do required paperwork.
  • Become knowledgeable of Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points, and Tyson Foods policies and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties and assignments as required by Supervisor.
Physical Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Regularly required to stand, stoop, bend, climb ladders, change work levels, twist and squat, climb stairs, reach, push, pull and move about the facility. Work in hot, cold, and wet environments. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must wear safety equipment, etc. and follow GMP’s and Safety Policies. Occasionally work with paint and solvent.

Qualifications
  • No more than 4 attendance points.
  • No suspensions within past 12 months.
  • No more than 2 written warnings in the last 12 months.
  • No lateral, downward, or self-disqualification unless for higher classification for the past 6 months.
  • New TM’s still in 30 days of probationary period are not eligible to bid.
  • Probationary TM’s bidding after their first 30 days, must have no more than 2 points.
Relocation Assistance

Eligible: No Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Background Check

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.
Unsolicited Assistance

Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

Employer Branding

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.

Access for Applicants with Disabilities

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 (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

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