General Labor (November), 1st Shift, Obion County

Tyson Foods; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k and Stock Options

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Union City, Tennessee, is seeking entry-level General Labor for its Obion County plant. The role is 1st shift, with a pay rate of $17.05 per hour, and a $2.00 per hour differential for 2nd shift.

Responsibilities include performing general labor tasks safely with possible overtime, weekends, and holidays as production requires. Benefits begin on hire day and include health and life insurance, 401(k) options, paid holidays, vacation and earned time off, and access to training

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for entry level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## General Labor (November), 1st Shift, Obion CountyApply: Obion County Plant - Union City, Tennessee: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 1, 2026 (28 days left to apply): R0494457**Job Details:****Pay is $17.05 per hour for 1st shift and for 2nd shift there is an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential.** **\\*Benefits start day of hire.** **\\*REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 1 YEAR WAIT PERIOD****\\*CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.** **Schedule for 1st shift is Approx: 7AM to 4PM and for 2nd Shift the schedule is** ***Approx*****: 4 PM to 1 AM, depending on department.** **MUST be willing to work overtime, some weekends and holidays as Production requires.****The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.** Job Requirements:This position is 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 the processing facility. Some positions require the ability to push, pull, carry, or lift 50+ pounds. Jobs are fast paced and require repetitive motion. Must be able to work in damp cold or damp hot environments, use of hands and arms above shoulder level and be able to stand 8 to 10 hours a day. Must be able to climb up and down stairs to get to and from the work areas. Must wear PPE, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net and beard guard. Benefits information (posting externally) **Benefits include:*** *Health and Life Insurance starting on your first day!** *Free Education starting your first day on 175-degree programs!** *Free Telemedicine Visits** *Citizenship Assistance** *401k and Stock Options** *9 Paid Holidays** *Vacation Time** *Earned Time Off** *And Much More! (See below)***More Benefits:*** *Voluntary and Company Paid Life and Disability Insurances** *Full Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Insurance** *Protection Pack (Roadside Assistance, Identity Theft, Financial Advice, and Global Travel Assistance)** *Health Savings and Flex Spend Accounts** *Boot Reimbursement (in-network sources or provided)** *Paid Parental Leave** *Paid Bereavement Time** *Free Mental Health Services** *Wellness Services** *Free Chaplain Services** *Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Bene place** *Discounted Home and Auto Insurance** *Voluntary Legal Assistance***Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (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.