General Assembly Labor - 1st Shift- Amherst, OH

Tyson Foods; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Dental & vision

Life insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Amherst, OH, is hiring for General Assembly positions in food production. The role is full-time with 1st shift hours starting between 6:00am and 6:55am and ending between 2:25pm and 3:20pm, with overtime as needed.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour. The job involves operating on an assembly line, inspecting products, packing items for shipment, and rotating through multiple stations while following strict safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product and equipment for defects or contamination.
• Place frozen and refrigerated food components on a moving assembly line.
• Pack assembled products into cartons or containers for shipment.
• Rotate through various workstations as assigned.
• Follow all safety protocols, including wearing PPE, performing stretches, rotating positions, and maintaining a designated pace.
• Pass safety and food safety tests.
• Adhere to food safety requirements, including handwashing, wearing PPE (hairnets, beard nets, smocks), and following Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Details: If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer steady work and competitive pay. This facility operates 5+ days a week, has potential for overtime, and produces sandwiches. We are hiring immediately for General Assembly positions. ATTN Prior Tyson Workers: This location currently at this time is not accepting rehires, candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

Food Production - General Assembly - Full Time - Amherst, OH 44001

Hours: For first shift, schedule start times vary between 6:00am and 6:55am and end times vary between 2:25pm and 3:20pm, with overtime required as needed.

Starting Pay: The pay for these positions start at $18.50/HR

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor product and equipment for defects or contamination.
• Place frozen and refrigerated food components on a moving assembly line.
• Pack assembled products into cartons or containers for shipment.
• Rotate through various workstations as assigned.
• Follow all safety protocols, including wearing PPE, performing stretches, rotating positions, and maintaining a designated pace.
• Pass safety and food safety tests.
• Adhere to food safety requirements, including handwashing, wearing PPE (hairnets, beard nets, smocks), and following Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift 20 lbs. occasionally and hold 5 lbs. regular
• Must be willing and able to work in a cold environment (30 -40°F temperatures) for 8-10 hours per day.
• Must be willing and able to walk and stand for 8-10 hours per day.
• Must be willing and able to bend, crouch, and stoop throughout the day.
• Must be willing and able to work with both hands and arms simultaneously throughout the day.
• Must be willing and able to use their hands and fingers to grasp and pull.
• Must be willing and able to perform repetitive motions of the shoulders, arms, and hands with up to 50 repetitions per minute.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

BACKGROUND CHECKS

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

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.

EEO & DIVERSITY

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.

ABOUT TYSON

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