Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - Tecumseh, NE

Tyson Foods; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage manufacturing company is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift in Tecumseh, NE. This role involves operating forklifts safely while performing daily inspections and minor repairs. Qualified candidates should have at least six months of forklift experience and adhere to safety standards.

Benefits

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete forklift driver training.
• Ability to work independently and make required decisions.

Responsibilities

• Operate CAS Forklift throughout production.
• Conduct daily safety inspections of the forklift.

Skills

Ability to operate forklift

Basic maintenance skills

Ability to work safely

Job description

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Job Details:

Pay: $19.85/hr

Hours: 2:30PM - 11:00PM (start and end times may vary)

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the CAS Forklift throughout the production day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remove cages from semi for slaughter
• Place on dumping rollers
• Remove emptied cages and return to semi
• Handle birds according to departmental Animal Welfare Standards
• Responsible for daily pre-trip inspection of forklift and minor repairs throughout production day
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to successfully complete fork lift drivers training
• Ability to operate forklift efficiently, within safety guidelines, in all weather conditions
• Ability to work safely and effectively around moving machinery
• Ability to perform a daily safety inspection of the equipment and record data
• Basic maintenance skills required
• Must adhere to CAS Department Animal Welfare Standards and practices
• Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as required
• Must be able to work independently to make required decisions
  
  

Physical Requirements / Environment:

• Rarely (0-1 hrs.): climb or work at protected heights (stepping up into equipment), kneel, crawl, squat, crouch or balance, lift/carry (up to 45 lbs.), push/pull (up to 45 lbs.), reach above shoulder height
• Occasionally (1-3 hrs.): lift/carry (up to 10 lbs.), stand/walk
• Continuously (6-8 hrs.): use feet in repetitive movement to operate foot controls, simple/firm grasping, fine manipulation/operating controls, sit while operating equipment, bend/stoop, twist/turn, work in or around moving machinery, exposed to marked changes in temperature working outdoors, around and amongst poultry dust, odor and blood, talk and hear, use 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses
  
  

External Requirement: 6-month Production and/or forklift (or similar equipment) experience listed on the application (can be a combination of employers as long as total experience is at least 6 months).

Rehire Consideration:

• Max of two (2) previous Tyson Employments to be considered for hire.
• 90 days (3 months) waiting period.
  
  

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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