Distribution Pallet Jack Driver Operator 2nd Shift Tecumseh NE

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring for a 2nd shift position in a meat processing facility. The role involves moving combos and pallets using an electric pallet jack, weighing loads, and scanning items with a hand-held device.

The candidate must be able to work independently, follow safety rules, and participate in team goals. High school diploma preferred, pallet jack certification required, and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Safe operation of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain production pace and meet speed requirements.
• Certification as pallet jack operator and proficiency with hand-held scanners.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Willingness to function as part of a team and pursue team goals.
• Eagerness to learn new procedures and ideas.
• Preparedness to assist in other production areas and work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Safety awareness

Fast-paced work

Pallet jack operation

Independent worker

Team player

Willingness to learn

Overtime

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meat processing facility experience (preferred)

Experience operating electric pallet jack

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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