General Labor – 1st Shift – Zeeland, MI

Tyson Foods

Zeeland (MI)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 30,000

Full time

19 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off
401(k) plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Life insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring for entry-level general labor roles at our meat processing facility in the United States. Positions are non-skilled and focused on maintaining a safe work environment while performing tasks across various departments, including sanitation and equipment upkeep. These roles start at $21.45/hour with a $1/hour shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

First shift is available now. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers benefits effective day one, with opportunities to

Qualifications

  • Must be willing to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Stand 8-10 hours on hard floors.
  • Work in a cold environment (mid 30s Fahrenheit).

Responsibilities

  • Perform entry-level general labor across departments and sanitize equipment as required.
  • Adhere to Tyson policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Job description

Job Details

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members.

Benefits Effective Day 1!

These positions start at $21.45/HR (with $1/HR shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift positions)

Job Description

These positions are responsible for entry level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. These positions could work in any department of this meat processing facility and include sanitizing equipment.

Physical Requirements
  • Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • The Team Member will stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required in all areas
  • The Team Member will stand 8-10 hours on hard floors
  • The Team Member will perform repetitive motions as required in many areas
  • The Team Member will work in a cold environment in the mid 30 degrees Fahrenheit
  • The Team Member and a damp environment
  • The Team Member will work on slippery walking surfaces

Applicants will be considered for Labor level openings. Leveling (pay) is determined based on availability of relevant labor level job. Applicants may choose from any of the roles listed below based on availability.

General Labor positions include Extended Run, Labeling, Packing, Racker, Sanitation, Stocking, Trash Collector, Trimming, Unracking and Washer.

Location Not Accepting Rehires
Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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