Forklift Operator A Shift (Macon, GA) (2)

Tyson Foods; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food company as a Forklift Operator in Macon, Georgia. This role involves safely operating forklifts to load and unload materials in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and relevant forklift experience. Attractive benefits include health insurance, 401k options, and more.

Benefits

Health and Life Insurance starting on first day

Free Education starting your first day

401k and Stock Options

9 Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Earned Time Off

Boot Reimbursement

Free Mental Health Services

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year forklift experience with same employer within last year.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products and materials are loaded and unloaded in a timely manner.
• Operate stand-up motor-powered forklift during the work shift.
• Follow all Tyson Policies and Safety Guidelines.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PIT Forklifts

Job description

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.

A Shift

$21.45

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we raise the

world's expectations of what good food can do!

Benefits Include :

Health and Life Insurance starting on your first day!

Free Education starting your first day on 175-degree programs!

Free Telemedicine Visits

401k and Stock Options

9 Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Earned Time Off

And Much Much More! (See below)

Safety is always FIRST with Tyson Foods and at Tyson all Team Members are expected to

practice safety standards, policies, and procedures. As part of our ongoing commitment to safety we provide all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Boot Reimbursement after completing your probationary period!

Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring all products and materials are loaded, unloaded, and processed through the warehouse in a timely and accurate manner using a stand-up motor-powered forklift. Team members will be fully re-trained and certified on forklift after orientation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, 1 year forklift experience with same employer within the last year. Preferred candidates with at least 3 months of stand-up forklift or high reach experience, preferred 3 months of RF scanner experience.

Need full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.

May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.

May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed. Cold Storage Experience Preferred.

Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

During your work shift, which will consist of (12) hours, you must be willing to move around the work area at a fast pace and willing to bend, squat, lift, push, pull, up to (40) pounds.

Follow all Tyson Policies and Safety Guidelines.

As part of efficiently completing job tasks, a handheld scanner will be used to track products as it is moved around the facility.

At certain times, other job duties may be part of the routine.

Sub Duties (May be required to work any or all of these positions)

Receiver – Receives product accurately into the building using PIT.

Put Away – Pulls product that has been received and puts it into the racking. May be required to palletize or split pallets.

Replenisher – Pulls pallets from racking to replenish pick faces.

Picker – (Case picker/Order Selector and full pallet picker) pulls product either in single or full palletized form to fill and build customer orders.

Loader – Loads trucks with product in an efficient manner that will avoid product damage or loss.

Most of the time will be driving PIT including stand-up forklifts and reach trucks for extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from -5 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours)

You will be provided a freezer suit, hearing protection, gloves, and headwear as part of your personal protective equipment (PPE).

Team members will furnish their own boots and must wear either steel or composite toe boots that conform to ANSI 75lbs or more PSI rating with a slip resistant sole that covers the ankles. (Composite toe preferred)

Team members will be driving stand-up Crown PIT Forklifts and Reach Trucks. May be trained on Cherry picker for additional tasks.

Standing or walking up to 100% of the time

Additional Notices

This location does not accept rehires at this time.

More Benefits:

Voluntary and Company Paid Life and Disability Insurances

Full Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Insurance

Protection Pack (Roadside Assistance, Identity Theft, Financial Advice, and Global Travel Assistance)

Health Savings and Flex Spend Accounts

Boot Reimbursement

Commuter Assistance

Paid Bereavement Time

Free Mental Health Services

Wellness Services

Free Chaplain Services

Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace

Discounted Home and Auto Insurance

Voluntary Legal Assistance

This position is responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Proficiency in reading and writing.

ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels

“Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

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.

Job Details:

Forklift Operator

A Shift

$21.45

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we raise the

world's expectations of what good food can do!

Benefits Include :

• Health and Life Insurance starting on your first day!

• Free Education starting your first day on 175-degree programs!

• Free Telemedicine Visits

• Citizenship Assistance

• 401k and Stock Options

• 9 Paid Holidays

• Vacation Time

• Earned Time Off

• And Much Much More! (See below)

Safety is always FIRST with Tyson Foods and at Tyson all Team Members are expected to

practice safety standards, policies, and procedures. As part of our ongoing commitment to safety we provide all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Boot Reimbursement after completing your probationary period!

Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring all products and materials are loaded, unloaded, and processed through the warehouse in a timely and accurate manner using a stand-up motor-powered forklift. Team members will be fully re-trained and certified on forklift after orientation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, 1 year forklift experience with same employer within the last year. Preferred candidates with at least 3 months of stand-up forklift or high reach experience, preferred 3 months of RF scanner experience.

• Need full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.

• May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.

• May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed. Cold Storage Experience Preferred.

• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• During your work shift, which will consist of (12) hours, you must be willing to move around the work area at a fast pace and willing to bend, squat, lift, push, pull, up to (40) pounds.

• Follow all Tyson Policies and Safety Guidelines.

• As part of efficiently completing job tasks, a handheld scanner will be used to track products as it is moved around the facility.

• At certain times, other job duties may be part of the routine.

• Sub Duties (May be required to work any or all of these positions)

• Receiver – Receives product accurately into the building using PIT.

• Put Away – Pulls product that has been received and puts it into the racking. May be required to palletize or split pallets.

• Replenisher – Pulls pallets from racking to replenish pick faces.

• Picker – (Case picker/Order Selector and full pallet picker) pulls product either in single or full palletized form to fill and build customer orders.

• Loader – Loads trucks with product in an efficient manner that will avoid product damage or loss.

Environment

• Most of the time will be driving PIT including stand-up forklifts and reach trucks for extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from -5 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours)

• You will be provided a freezer suit, hearing protection, gloves, and headwear as part of your personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Team members will furnish their own boots and must wear either steel or composite toe boots that conform to ANSI 75lbs or more PSI rating with a slip resistant sole that covers the ankles. (Composite toe preferred)

• Team members will be driving stand-up Crown PIT Forklifts and Reach Trucks. May be trained on Cherry picker for additional tasks.

• Standing or walking up to 100% of the time

Additional Notices

This location does not accept rehires at this time.

More Benefits:

• Voluntary and Company Paid Life and Disability Insurances

• Full Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Insurance

• Protection Pack (Roadside Assistance, Identity Theft, Financial Advice, and Global Travel Assistance)

• Health Savings and Flex Spend Accounts

• Boot Reimbursement

• Commuter Assistance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Bereavement Time

• Free Mental Health Services

• Wellness Services

• Free Chaplain Services

• Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace

• Discounted Home and Auto Insurance

• Voluntary Legal Assistance

This position is responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Proficiency in reading and writing.

ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels

“Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

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