General Labor - A Shift (Goodlettsville)

Tyson Foods; Goodlettsville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Goodlettsville, Tennessee, is seeking candidates for General Labor - A Shift. The position is full-time, on-site, with hours typically from 5:30am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday with possible Saturdays. Starting pay is $21.10 per hour.

Employees perform entry-level general labor duties in a production environment, upholding safety and Tyson policies. The role involves working in a cold production-line setting, using PPE, and potential overtime.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Work with knives as required while wearing all required PPE.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Team members are encouraged to dress appropriately before arriving at their workstation.

Job description

## General Labor - A Shift (Goodlettsville)Apply: Goodlettsville Case Rdy Plant - Goodlettsville, Tennessee: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 16, 2026 (3 days left to apply): R0489180**Job Details:****ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:**THIS FACILITY IS NOT ACCEPTING REHIRES AT THIS TIMECommunication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.**JOB DESCRIPTION****POSITIONS INCLUDE:** Applicants will be considered for any open entry level non-skilled general labor positionsSchedule: Monday - Friday with possible Saturday'sHours (depending on department): A Shift ranges from 530am - 6pmStarting Pay - $21.10/HRThis position performs entry-level general labor duties in a production environment while maintaining a safe work environment and complying with all Tyson policies and procedures.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**Include, but are not limited to, the following:* Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to company policies and procedures.* Work with knives as required while wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE).* Work overtime and weekends as needed.* Team members are encouraged to dress appropriately before arriving at their workstation.**Work Environment*** Production-line environment.* Cold-temperature work areas (36°F–42°F).* Exposure to food-processing equipment and moving conveyors.* Required use of PPE and safety equipment.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Must be able and willing to work in temperatures ranging from approximately 36°F to 42°F.* Must be able and willing to stand and/or walk for 8–12 hours per shift on a production line.* Must be able and willing to use a pinch grip to pick products from a conveyor, place products into trays, and return products to the conveyor.* Must be able and willing to reach approximately 10–25 inches to remove products from conveyors, arrange products according to specifications, and place trayed products onto designated conveyors.* Must be able and willing to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.* Must be able and willing to stand for extended periods on concrete, grating, or fiberglass ergonomic platforms.* Must be able and willing to apply light force while performing assigned tasks.* Must be able and willing to use both hands simultaneously to perform job functions.* Must be able and willing to perform repetitive hand, arm, and upper-body movements throughout the work shift.* Must be able and willing to work overtime and weekends, as required.* Must be able and willing to work with knives, as required, while wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE).**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)**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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. 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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.### About UsOur 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.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.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 [phone] for further assistance.**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. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).**Education Assistance Program****Your Growth, Our Commitment**At Tyson Foods, your success drives ours. On day 31 of service, eligible team members can access education assistance through **Upward Academy Online (Guild)** — offering everything from English language learning and professional certificates to college degrees.Approved programs come with no upfront tuition or out-of-pocket costs(up to $5,250 per year), so you can build skills, earn credentials, and take your career further — while *we* invest in your future.**401(k) & Stock Purchase Plans** Prepare for your future in retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Stock Purchase Plan. Our 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and after-tax Roth contributions.Once you’ve completed a year of service with the company, Tyson will contribute to your retirement savings in the 401(k) Plan with a match equal to 100% of the first 3% of eligible pay you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2 percent of eligible pay you contribute.Also after one year, Tyson will match 25% of the first 10% of eligible pay you contribute to the Stock Purchase Plan. Your contributions and Tyson’s contributions to the plans are always 100% vested.