Forklift Operator (Enid, OK) (6)

Tyson Foods; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid time off

401(k) plans

affordable health

life

dental

vision

prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring a Forklift Operator for a multi-shift schedule in a cold environment. The role involves operating stand-up and reach forklifts, scanning products, and handling loading, unloading, and pallet movement with safety as a priority.

Expect long hours, PPE provided, and mandatory background checks. Applicants should have at least 12 months of continuous work history with the same employer, be able to stand for long periods, and pass a post-offer health and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 months work history with the same employer within the last 3 years.
• Preferred experience with forklifts, warehouse and cold storage atmosphere.
• Must be willing to stand for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours per day).
• May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.
• Must be willing to adhere to a production performance percentage measurement.
• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage tasks during three 12-hour days and one 6-hour day, including bending, squatting, lifting and pushing/pulling up to 40 pounds.
• Use handheld scanner to track products as they are loaded, unloaded, and moved around the facility.
• Distribute tasks among receivers, put-away, replenisher, picker, loader, and related duties as needed.
• Drive powered industrial trucks when required and ensure safe handling to avoid damage.
• Maintain efficiency and adapt to dynamic workloads within the shift schedule.

Skills

Forklift

Stamina

PPE usage

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Forklift Operator A Shift Schedule Sunday – Tuesday: 5:00am – 5:00pm Wednesday: 5:00am – 11:00am B Shift Sunday – Tuesday: 6:00pm – 6:00am Wednesday: 6:00pm – Midnight C Shift Wednesday: Noon – 6:00pm Thursday – Saturday: 6:00am – 6:00pm D Shift Wednesday: Midnight – 6:00am Thursday – Saturday: 6:00pm – 6:00am $19.15 Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have 90 days rehire waiting period and a 3-time limit.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 Months work History with the Same employer within the last 3 years.
• Preferred Experience with Forklifts, Warehouse and Cold Storage Atmosphere.
• Must be willing to stand for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours per day)
• May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.
• May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed.
• Must be willing to adhere to a production performance percentage measurement
• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

During your work shift, which will consist of three 12-hour days and one 6 hour day, you will do work that consists of bending, squatting, lifting and pushing/pulling up to (40) pounds. As part of efficiently completing job tasks, a handheld scanner will be used to track products as it is loaded, unloaded, and moved around the facility. At certain times, other job duties may be part of the routine.

Sub Duties

• Receiver – Receives product accurately into the building using a Powered Industrial Truck
• 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 a Powered Industrial Truck - 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.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health
• life
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug benefits

Location and Hours

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY

Background Checks

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks.

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.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Company Culture

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! 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!

Vision

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. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.