Forklift Operator PR02U D Shift (Forest DC) (1)

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; 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 seeking a Forklift Operator for the D Shift (Wednesday–Saturday, 6pm–5am) in Mississippi. The role involves loading, unloading and processing warehouse items using a motor-powered forklift, with full orientation and re‑training provided for certification.

The position starts at $23.15 per hour and requires standing, bending and lifting up to 40 pounds. PPE and cold storage experience may be required.

Qualifications

• 6 months warehousing experience in the past year
• 6 months forklift driving experience in the last 12 months

Responsibilities

• Move, unload and process products with forklifts (12‑hour shifts).
• Follow Tyson policies and safety guidelines.
• Operate handheld scanner to track products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Documentation

Tools

PIT forklift

Handheld scanner

Job description

Job Details

Forklift Operator

D Shift Wednesday- Saturday 6pm-5am

$23.15

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 motor-powered forklift. Team members will be fully re-trained and certified on forklift during orientation.

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).

Rehire Requirements

• Candidates who have been previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are Limited to 3 times of employment.
• 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)

Background Check

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Benefits

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

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