Fresh Food Production Associate – Safe, Steady Hands

Tyson Foods; Blountsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a General Production Labor to provide hands-on support in our Fresh Plant operations. This role performs manual and production tasks to maintain product flow, quality, and safety, while adhering to Tyson policies and food safety standards.

You will assist with processing, packaging, material handling, line setup, and keeping work areas clean. Must follow SOPs, wear PPE, and comply with OSHA regulations; available to work all shifts, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned production tasks to support processing, packaging, and material handling operations.
• Assist with product handling, sorting, stacking, and staging as required.
• Maintain continuous product flow to prevent downtime or congestion.
• Monitor product for quality defects and report concerns promptly.
• Assist line operators with setup, changeovers, and general line support.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Remove waste, scrap, and recyclable materials according to plant procedures.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and supervisor instructions.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and allergen control requirements.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies.
• Use required PPE and follow safe work practices.

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a General Production Labor to provide hands-on support in our Fresh Plant operations. This role performs manual and production tasks to maintain product flow, quality, and safety, while adhering to Tyson policies and food safety standards.

You will assist with processing, packaging, material handling, line setup, and keeping work areas clean. Must follow SOPs, wear PPE, and comply with OSHA regulations; available to work all shifts, with overtime as needed.