Forklift Operator D Shift (Forest DC) (1)

Tyson Foods; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator for the D shift at Forest Distribution Center, Forest, Mississippi. The role involves loading, unloading, and moving products with a motor-powered forklift, using a handheld scanner, and adhering to safety policies during a 12-hour shift.

Candidates should have 6+ months warehousing and forklift experience in the past year, be able to meet physical requirements, and pass screenings. Training and certification will be provided during orientation.

Qualifications

• 6+ months warehousing experience in the past year
• 6+ months forklift driving in the last 12 months
• Ability to stand, bend, lift up to 40 pounds

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load and unload products
• Receive and move products using PIT
• Follow Tyson safety policies and procedures
• Complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate across management levels

Skills

Forklift driving

Warehousing

Reading & writing

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

## Forklift Operator D Shift (Forest DC) (1)Apply: Forest Distribution Center - Forest, Mississippi: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 8, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R0488817**Job Details:**# **Forklift Operator**D shift is Wednesday- Saturday 6pm-5am# **$23.15**SummaryThis 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 motor-powered forklift. Team members will be fully re-trained and certified on forklift during orientation.# Rehires Requirements:Maximum of 3 times working for Tyson, 365 Days between Employments.# Qualifications# Must have 6 Months experience within the past year (12 Months) warehousing.# Must have 6 Months Forklift Driving experience in the last (12 Months).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**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 a reasonable accommodation.”****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**D 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.