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Tyson Foods is seeking entry-level General Labor workers for various processing stages in Iowa. Duties include placing products into trays, vacuum packing, and quality checks. Roles may involve cutting, deboning, portioning, and packaging, with multiple processing stages and shifts.
Work environments are noisy, with cold and damp conditions. Candidates must lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and perform physical tasks, with accommodations available if needed.
Job Details: A general labor job at Tyson involves a variety of tasks across different processing stages. These tasks typically include placing products into trays, vacuum packaging, and ensuring quality control. Workers may also be responsible for cutting, deboning, portioning, and packaging chickens. Additional duties can include maintaining cleanliness, monitoring equipment, and ensuring proper ingredient usage. Specific roles may vary by location and can include positions such as re-worker, packer, and grader for different processing stages. This is an entry-level position, and responsibilities may vary based on the company's needs.
These positions are in noisy, cold, damp areas with strong odors. All roles involve repetitive motions, including twisting, pulling, pushing, and other frequent movements. Candidates must be comfortable standing on their feet for long periods of time and be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
We accept rehires if you have not worked for Tyson in the past 6 months (180 days), candidates who have worked for Tyson 3 times, will not be eligible.
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.
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Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
Work Shift: 3RD 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.
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