Distribution Pallet Jack Driver Operator 2nd Shift Tecumseh NE

Tyson Foods; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx/dr

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Tecumseh, NE is hiring for a pallet jack operator responsible for moving combos and pallets within the plant. The role requires obtaining a pallet jack operator certification and includes weighing, scanning, and form filling tasks.

The position supports production by operating equipment safely, meeting fast-paced production goals, and being able to learn new processes. Emphasis on teamwork, overtime when required, and physical readiness is noted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in meat processing is preferred.
• Experience operating an electric pallet jack is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport and stack combos and/or pallets using an electric pallet jack.
• Weigh the pallets containing product.
• Scan bar codes with a hand-held scanner.
• Fill out trailer audit forms.
• Reconcile Bills of Lading/Inventory; load trailers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe operation

Fast-paced

Independent worker

Team player

Willing to overtime

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meat processing experience preferred

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Hand-held scanner

Job description

Job Details: Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. Pay is: $20.40 per hour

SUMMARY: This position is required to obtain a pallet jack operators certification and is responsible for moving combos and pallets full of product and/or material within the plant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport and stack combos and or pallets using an electric pallet jack
• Weigh the combos containing product
• Scan bar codes with hand-held scanner
• Fill out trailer audit forms
• Reconcile Bill of Ladings/Inventory Load trailers
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operate equipment safely and effectively
• Ability to work efficiently at a fast pace; meeting production speed requirements
• Required to become a certified pallet jack operator and master operation of the hand-held scanner
• Must be able to work independently and make decisions
• Willingness to function as part of a team and work toward team goals
• Eagerness to learn new ideas
• Preparedness to assist in other areas of production and work overtime as required

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in a meat processing facility preferred
• Experience operating an electric pallet jack preferred

Communication Skills

• Must be communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements

Rarely (0-1 hrs.): kneel, crawl, squat, crouch, Frequently (3-6 hrs.): climb or work at unprotected heights (step up onto riding pallet jack), lift/carry (up to 45 lbs.), push/pull (up to 100 lbs.), balance, reaching at shoulder height or slightly above, bend/stoop Continuously (6-8 hrs.): stand/walk, simple/firm grasping, fine manipulation/triggering and keyboarding, twist/turn, work around moving machinery, work in temperatures just above freezing, around and amongst some poultry odor and blood as well as chemical fumes, talk and hear, use 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

• 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.

Tecumseh Poultry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Tecumseh Poultry, 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 Tecumseh Poultry 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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