General Labor-1S-Processing Hickman Road

Tyson Foods; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Union City, TN is seeking a Processing Packer for the 1st shift. This full-time role involves final packaging of sausage products, visual inspection for defects, and palletizing finished goods according to specifications.

The position requires adherence to SOPs/JSAs, a strong emphasis on safety, and involvement in on-the-job training for new team members. Eligible candidates will be part of a manufacturing environment with standard safety gear required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in packaging and visual inspection is a plus.
• Willingness to work the 1st shift and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Pack sausage chubs and slicks and inspect for defects.
• Keep the work area clean and comply with safety procedures.
• Train new team members and promote safety practices.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team training

Job description

Job Details

ATTN Prior Tyson Workers: Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. 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

Formally known as Williams Sausage Company; Newly named Hickman Rd Plant Plant address: 5132 Old Troy Hickman Road, Union City TN.

Position Summary

Food Production - General Labor PR01 - Processing Packer – Full-Time Starting pay: $16.95/HR Packers perform the final packaging of sausage chubs and slicks. During packaging, packers visually inspect product for defects and remove defective products from the line. Finished packaged product is palletized per specification.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of product codes and descriptions including case pack configurations.
• Visually inspect packages for defects in size or quality and removing defective product from the line.
• Keep work area clean and tidy during production.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Act as key trainer for on-the-job training to new team members.
• Maintain and promote team member interest in safety.
• Help supervisors and leads with safety awareness, including informing supervisors of unsafe practices observed.
• Promoting company culture of respect for all team members at all times and notifying the plant manager when observing conduct that violates this culture or company policies.
• Manual dexterity required for performing job.

For All 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 up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to pack off finished cases on to pallets in proper tie and high configuration.
• At end of shift, must be willing and able to perform machine wipe down and cover motors with protective plastic.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work may involve lifting materials and product up to 50 pounds. Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: steel-toed work boots, freezer coats, and freezer gloves. Cell phones and jewelry are not permitted on the factory floor.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirement

Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include: steel-toed work boots, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat, beard net (if applicable), and smock.

Relocation Assistance

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.

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

• 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.