Distribution Pallet Jack Driver Operator 2nd Shift Tecumseh NE

AgHires; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking a pallet jack operator for the 2nd shift. The role requires certification and focuses on moving combos and pallets full of product within the plant.

You will transport and stack loads with an electric pallet jack, weigh pallets, scan bar codes, complete trailer audits, reconcile inventory, and assist in loading trailers. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to work at a steady pace and meet production targets.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Operate equipment safely

Team player

Independent worker

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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)

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.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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.

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.