General Labor - 2nd Shift - Vineland, NJ

Tyson Foods

Vineland (NJ)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Medical Coverage
Life Insurance
Free Education Programs

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Vineland, NJ is hiring for an entry-level production role on the 2nd shift. You will perform general labor tasks in a food manufacturing setting, working near conveyor lines to process and package beef and chicken products, with a focus on safety and quality.

No prior experience is required; training will be provided. The position may require weekend and extended hours, with potential overtime eligibility and shift differentials for 2nd shift.

Qualifications

  • No previous experience required; training will be provided.
  • Must be able to work weekends, overtime, and extended hours.
  • Must understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Must comply with attendance and food safety policies.

Responsibilities

  • Perform general production labor tasks including packing and palletizing.
  • Operate near conveyor lines to process and package meat products.
  • Sort, package, and prepare products to standard quality.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Follow food safety and workplace safety procedures.

Job description

Job Details

Shift Hours 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Pay: Starting at $19.30 per hour, plus shift differential for 2nd shift and opportunities for overtime.

Current Openings: 2nd Shift

Why Join Tyson Foods?

At Tyson Foods, we invest in our team members and their success by offering Benefits on Day One of Employment.

Team members may be eligible for:

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Free Education Programs
  • Additional Team Member Benefits

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact, join Tyson Foods and help us raise the world's expectations for how much good food can do.

Our Vineland facility operates in a food manufacturing environment producing Philly Style Beef and Chicken Steak products.

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for performing entry-level production and general labor duties in a food manufacturing environment while maintaining a safe work environment and complying with all Tyson Foods policies, procedures, and food safety requirements.

Essential Functions
  • Perform general production labor tasks, including packing, palletizing, box assembly, and product handling.
  • Work at or near conveyor lines processing and packaging raw and cooked meat products.
  • Sort, package, and prepare products according to production and quality standards.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Follow all food safety, quality assurance, animal welfare (if applicable), and workplace safety procedures.
  • Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and company-issued gear.
  • Work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements
  • No previous experience required; training will be provided.
  • Must be able to work scheduled shift hours, including weekends, overtime, and extended hours as needed.
  • Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Must comply with all Tyson Foods attendance, safety, and food safety policies.
Physical Requirements
  • The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Stand and walk for 8 to 12 hours per shift.
  • Frequently bend, twist, push, pull, and climb throughout the workday.
  • Lift, carry, and handle materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Perform repetitive hand and arm motions, including grasping, reaching, and pinching.
  • Work in a cold environment ranging from approximately 30°F to 40°F.
  • Work with and around raw and cooked meat products.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment and food processing gear.
Location and Shift

Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

THIS LOCATION IS NOT ACCEPTING REHIRES AT THIS TIME.

Pay and Incentives

Pay Range/Rate: $19.30

Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan: No

Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package. Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Culture and Purpose

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

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