Forklift Operator — Food Production, Growth & Benefits

Tyson Foods; Kansas City (KS); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Kansas City, KS is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to move goods safely and efficiently throughout the plant using material management systems. The role requires attention to accuracy and a commitment to lean manufacturing practices.

Starting pay is $24.75 per hour with shifts that may include overtime and weekends. Candidates must have at least 6 months of forklift experience and recent continuous work within the last 3 years, plus the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of forklift experience and 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years.
• Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Scan inventory movement into Vehicle Mounted Units and interpret data output.
• Operate powered trucks following safety guidelines.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work shift(s), overtime, and weekends as required.

Skills

Forklift operator

Safety awareness

Data entry / inventory scanning

Tools

Vehicle Mounted Units

Job description

Tyson Foods in Kansas City, KS is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to move goods safely and efficiently throughout the plant using material management systems. The role requires attention to accuracy and a commitment to lean manufacturing practices.

Starting pay is $24.75 per hour with shifts that may include overtime and weekends. Candidates must have at least 6 months of forklift experience and recent continuous work within the last 3 years, plus the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work