Forklift Operator D Shift (Haltom City DC) (1)

Tyson Foods; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator for D Shift in Haltom City, TX. The role requires 12 months of stand-up forklift experience and the ability to work a 10–12 hour shift in a cold environment, with lifts up to 70 lbs for certain positions. Overtime and weekend work are expected; safety and Tyson policies must be followed.

The position offers on-site work with a wage of $22.30 per hour. Applicants may be considered for multiple departments, including Warehouse or Shipping and Receiving.

Qualifications

• 12 months of stand-up forklift experience in the last 3 years.
• Cold Warehouse experience preferred.
• Able to meet minimum productivity percentage.
• Willing to train for forklift license and operate RF equipment.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends.
• Able to read/write and complete on-the-job paperwork; communicate across management levels.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to transport and unload materials.
• Work in a cold and damp environment (−10 to 34 °F).
• Stand for long shifts (10–12 hours) and lift up to 40+ lbs (70+ lbs for Material Handling/Receiving).
• Follow Tyson Foods policies and procedures and use RF equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF equipment

Reading & writing

Communication

Overtime willingness

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Job Details

Forklift Operator D Shift Wednesday-Saturday 5:30pm-4:00am $22.30 Haltom City does not do rehires at this time Forklift Operators is a position 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.

Tasks

Applicants will be considered for openings in any department that may include but are not limited to Warehouse or Shipping and Receiving. Must accept work in a cold and damp environment with temperatures ranging from -10 to 34 degrees. Jobs are fast paced and require repetitive motion. Some positions require lifting, pushing and pulling up to 40+ lbs. Material Handling and Receiving positions require lifting 70+ lbs. Constant standing, walking, and riding of powered material handling equipment (forklifts, stand up lifts). Must be able and willing to stand throughout 10–12-hour shifts. Specialized training for powered industrial trucks required to be qualified within Tyson Foods, Inc. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Must have 12 months of stand-up forklift experience in the last 3 years listed in work history. Cold Warehouse experience preferred. Must be able to meet minimum productivity percentage. Must be able to continuously pick up to 40 lbs. Must be willing to train for and pass forklift license training, as well as read and understand to operate RF equipment. Must be willing to work overtime and weekends. Must be willing to accept and carry through on request and directions given. Must be willing to learn other duties. 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.

Shift

Work Shift: D Shift (United States of America)

Background Checks

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.

Benefits

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.

Company Culture

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. 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.