Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - (Claryville) Alexandria, KY

Tyson Foods; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, dental, vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Virginia is seeking a forklift operator for the 2nd shift to deliver products to the warehouse and production floor. The role includes housekeeping duties and adherence to cleanliness standards, with occasional weekend/holiday work.

The position requires forklift experience, ability to pass the driving skills test, and compliance with GMPs and safety standards. Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and reading manuals is essential.

Qualifications

• 6 months work history with the same employer.
• 6 months forklift operator experience.
• Background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift in a safe and orderly manner.
• Receive and store incoming items according to warehouse standards.
• Maintain a safe and orderly storage area.
• Maintain area cleanliness.
• Complete daily checklists and pre-trip inspections.
• Comply with GMPs, safety, audit and food safety standards.
• May work with production equipment and related technologies.
• Read and understand manuals, blueprints and plant paperwork.
• Pass Forklift Driving Skills test.
• Meet performance and productivity standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Reading manuals

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Details: If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer growth opportunities and room for advancement. This facility produces hot dogs, cocktails, and sliced meats.

Benefits Effective Day 1!

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

Job Description

This role drives a sit-down forklift while delivering products to the warehouse and production floor. Position will likely have housekeeping duties and ensuring cleanliness standards. Position may include periodic weekend and/or holiday work.

Primary Accountabilities

• Operate a forklift in a safe and orderly manner.
• Receive and store incoming items according to warehouse standards.
• Maintain a safe and orderly storage arrangement for all items handled.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned area.
• Maintain records of daily check list (pre-trip inspections).
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, safety, audit and food safety standards.
• May be required to work with production equipment and associated technologies.
• Must be able to read and understand manuals, blue prints, plant paperwork, labels, etc.
• The Team Member must be able to pass Forklift Driving Skills test.
• Meet performance/productivity standards.

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. Must be willing and able lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs. The Team Member will stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required in all areas . Ability to work in an environment where extreme temperatures range seasonally from hot/warm (80-90°F) to cold (20-40°F), where conditions may be damp and/or wet, and concrete floors may be slippery in some areas .

Requirements

• 6 months work history with the same employer
• 6 months forklift operator experience (can be multiple employers) listed on application
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our team members make the difference.

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.