General Labor 1st Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Waverly, NE is hiring General Labor for 1st shift to support poultry processing operations. The team performs a variety of production and labor tasks with possible rotation across areas to meet production needs.

Positions are full-time, with pay range $15.10–$20.10 per hour plus a bonus up to $3.00/hr; 2nd shift includes a $2.00/hour differential. Regular hours Monday–Friday, with overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Team members must be able to perform duties across multiple production areas.
• Must follow safety, quality, and food safety policies.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and perform repetitive motions in a cold, wet environment.
• Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Responsibilities

• Tray packing and packaging of poultry products.
• Packaging packer duties including sealing, labeling, boxing.
• Handling and processing inedible materials per standards.
• Debone support functions with knives and cutting tools.
• Wringers, cleaning and sanitizing in the receiving area.
• Wing cutting operations and sorting to FPS standards.
• Distribution tasks: sorting cases, preparing pallets, loading trucks.
• Adhere to food safety, animal welfare, and workplace safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, tools, and equipment.

Job description

## General Labor 1st Shift Waverly NEApply: Waverly Plant - Waverly, Nebraska: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R0488129**Job Details:****Pay range: $15.10 – $20.10 + hourly bonus of up to $3.00/hr****2nd shift receives a $2 shift differential****HOURS**: Monday – Friday, occasional weekend work1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm or upon completion of assigned work (start times may vary depending on position)**2nd Shift 3:30 pm – 12:00 am or upon completion of assigned work (start times may vary depending on position)****SUMMARY**: The General Production Team Members support the Smart Chicken poultry processing operations by performing a variety of production and labor functions as assigned. Team members will be placed in the position they chose at the time of hiring and may be rotated across multiple areas of the facility based on operational needs, staffing requirements, and business demand. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:*** Team members in this position may be required to perform one or more of the following duties, including but not limited to:* Tray packing and packaging of poultry products* Packaging packer duties, including sealing, labeling, and boxing* Handling and processing inedible materials in accordance with food safety and environmental standards* Debone support functions, including the safe use of knives and cutting tools* Rehanger labor to ensure proper product flow* Combo wash; cleaning and sanitizing the combos in the receiving area* Wing cutting operations* Sorting duties, ensuring product meets FPS standards* Whole bird processing and specialty handling* Production flex assignments, rotating between positions as needed to support production requirements* Distribution functions including sorting cases from the Distribution line, sorting out the orders, preparing the pallets and loading the orders onto the trucks.* Adherence to all food safety, quality, animal welfare, and workplace safety policies* Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, tools, and equipment as required**Work Environment and Physical Requirements:*** Manufacturing environment with exposure to cold temperatures, wet conditions, and poultry products. (below 40°F)* Standing and walking for extended periods of time* Repetitive motions and frequent use of hands and arms* Lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling product as required by the position* Willing and able to lift/carry up to 45 lbs* Use of knives or cutting tools in designated roles, following all safety procedures* Other Physical Requirements: + Bending and stooping + Occasional Squat, reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.), crouch, kneel, balance, (Occasionally) + Climb height: Occasionally (5 – 10 ft.)The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation**Schedule and Flexibility:*** Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed* Willingness to rotate between departments or positions based on operational needs**Rehire Consideration:*** Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. 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