General Production (1st Shift) OCTOBER - Waldron, AR

Tyson Foods

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
401(k) with company matching
Education programs

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Waldron, AR is hiring for General Production (1st Shift). This entry level role focuses on safe, efficient non-skilled labor in a cold/wet production environment.

You will rotate through departments, lift up to 40lbs, and follow Tyson safety policies. Benefits include weekly pay, 401(k) with company matching, and education programs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform entry-level general labor tasks in a manufacturing environment.
  • Follow Tyson safety policies and procedures; wear PPE and maintain a safe work area.
  • Rotate through departments as needed and adhere to shift schedules.

Job description

General Production (1st Shift) OCTOBER - Waldron, AR page is loaded## General Production (1st Shift) OCTOBER - Waldron, ARlocations: Waldron Plant - Waldron, Arkansastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: October 10, 2026 (6 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0489030**Job Details:**At Tyson, we are raising the worlds expectations on how much good food can do. We are hiring immediately for various roles where you will be a critical part of that mission.Come join the great Team at Tyson Foods! Earn vacation time, incentive pay and the opportunity to self-promote within the company. Safety is first with Tyson and all Team Members are expected to practice Safety within the company. Some of our great benefits include:* Competitive, Weekly Pay* Career Growth Opportunities* People-First Culture* Tyson Guild Education - 175+ Programs Free Tuition* A Safe Workplace* Healthcare Benefits from day one of orientation* Paid Time Off* Longevity Pay* 401(k) with Company Matching* Attendance Bonus and many more benefits to offerThis position is responsible for entry level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Long periods of standing, walking, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing, and reaching are required. Lifting 0-40lbs or more if required. These positions work in a cold, hot, wet, and slippery environment. Positions rotate throughout the department. Applicants will be considered for openings in any department that may include, but not limited to Evisceration and Further Processing Department.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation**All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history.****This facility accepts rehires after 365. Tyson reserves the right to require longer waiting periods or not accept rehires based on the reason for dismissal.**###### **Please Select SMS text messaging during application process to be sure you will be contacted in a timely manner. Any Prior Workers that need to update their phone number please call 1-479-290-5000****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** **.**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.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 .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 (479) 290-5000 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.
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