General Assembly Labor 2nd Shift- Amherst, OH

Tyson Foods; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Amherst, OH is hiring for General Assembly on the 2nd shift. You will perform assembly and packaging on a high-speed line in a frozen-food facility, with start times around 2:30–3:30 pm and overtime as needed.

Starting pay is $18.95 per hour plus a $1 shift differential. This full-time role offers steady work and benefits, with safety and food-safety protocols in place.

Qualifications

• Perform repetitive assembly and packaging tasks on a high-speed line in a frozen food facility.
• Adhere to safety, food safety, and efficiency guidelines.
• Work 2nd shift with start times between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm, overtime as needed.
• Starting pay includes a shift differential of $1/hr.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product and equipment for defects or contamination.
• Place frozen and refrigerated components on a moving assembly line.
• Pack assembled products into cartons or containers for shipment.
• Rotate through various workstations as assigned.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE usage, and handwashing procedures.

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## General Assembly Labor 2nd Shift- Amherst, OHApply: Amherst Plant - Amherst, Ohio: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 6, 2026 (29 days left to apply): R0495685**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 FoodsCommunication 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 44001Hours: For 2nd shift, start times vary between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm and end times vary between 11:00 pm and 12:00 am, with overtime required as needed.Starting Pay: The pay for these positions start at $18.95/HR, includes a shift differential of $1/HR for working 2nd shiftThis position is responsible for performing a variety of repetitive assembly and packaging tasks on a high-speed assembly line in a frozen food facility while adhering to various guidelines for safety, food safety, and efficiency.**RESPONSIBILITIES: (*****Include, but are not limited to, the following)**** 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:** *The successful candidate(s) 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. regularly.* 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 minu**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**2ND SHIFT (United States of America)**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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 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. 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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.