General Labor 1st Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is hiring General Production Team Members in Waverly, Nebraska to support Smart Chicken poultry processing. You will perform a variety of production and labor functions, rotating across areas as needed to meet safety, quality and efficiency goals.

This position requires standing, lifting up to 45 lbs, and working in cold, wet environments; shifts are 1st or 2nd, with overtime and weekend work as needed. Competitive hourly pay plus bonus up to $3.00/hr and benefits offered.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Pay range: $15.10 - $20.10 + hourly bonus of up to $3.00/hr

HOURS: Monday - Friday, occasional weekend work

1st 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 RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Eligible Relocation Assistance

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Location

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.