Dumper Opr RE02 A (Day) Shift RVI-Texarkana, AR

Tyson Foods; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Texarkana, AR is hiring for general production roles beginning on the A Shift. The job involves setting up and operating the mechanical dumper while upholding Tyson's safety culture and procedures.

Applicants should be ready to stand long hours, lift up to 50 pounds, work in hot or cold conditions, and pass required logs and radios communications. Prior forklift experience and willingness to obtain certification are valued; relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• 6 months forklift/operator experience with one employer in the last 24 months.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Comfortable with extreme heat, cold, odors, and loud environments.
• Ability to read and complete logs; communicate via two-way radio.
• Willing to obtain certification to operate a frontend loader or forklift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the mechanical dumper safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow Tyson policies.
• Obtain and maintain forklift/frontend loader certification as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Read logs and report findings to supervisor.

Skills

Forklift

Safety

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details:Starting Pay $17.90A-Shift HoursSunday: 6 AM - 6 PMMonday: 6 AM - 6 PMTuesday: 6 AM - 6 PMWednesday: 6 AM - 12 PMFunctionsTo maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture.Receive training as required.Perform various positions as required/assigned.DescriptionThis position is responsible for setting up and operating the mechanical dumper while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.TasksApplicants will be considered for any general production opening. These openings require standing for long periods of time, lifting to 50 pounds, shoveling, climbing stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, bending, stretching, reaching, working in extreme hot, cold, inclement weather, and odors. Must be able to use basic hand tools and perform basic mechanical and maintenance functions. Maintain clean work area by use of soap and high-pressure hose. Must be able to read and complete required logs. Must be able to communicate with supervisor and co-workers via two-way radio. May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. May be required to operate frontend loader or forklift and will be required to obtain certification to do so. If an applicant meets the minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for an interview. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.We are seeking individuals who can think critically, analyze situations, and develop effective solutions along with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues and build positive relationships.Specific operator experience is beneficial, we also consider transferable skills from related fields (e.g., customer service, management) that can be applied to our operations.Requirements: 6 months forklift/operator experience with one employer in the last 24 months.All applicants must complete the final task that is separate from the application. If your application has not been fully submitted, you will need to complete any task that are awaiting. If you are logged in to your candidate profile, click on candidate home at the top right corner and it should show on the next screen the task that will need to be completed.For Application Status please login into your candidate profile.Please Select SMS text messaging during application process to be sure you will be contacted in a timely manner. Any Prior Workers that need to update their phone number please call Ask HR at 1-479-290-5000Rehire Criteria:· Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.· Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.· Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.ALL INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRSTApplications are only active for the current position in which you applied.Applicant will need to reapply for each position and have an active application to be considered for employment.The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud .Relocation Assistance Eligible:NoWork Shift:A 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.If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here .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.