General Production 1st Shift Tecumseh NE

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Tecumseh, NE is seeking General Production Team Members to support poultry processing operations.

You will be placed in the position chosen at hiring and rotated across multiple facility areas based on needs and demand, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include handling live birds, trimming for quality, maintaining product flow, and performing production flex assignments while following all safety and food

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, attendance, and performance expectations.

Responsibilities

• Hanging live birds
• Handling and processing inedible materials in accordance with food safety and environmental standards
• Trimming product to ensure proper quality standards are met
• Rehanger labor to ensure proper product flow
• Sorting duties, ensuring product meets FPS standards
• Whole bird processing and specialty handling
• Production flex assignments, rotating between positions as needed to support production requirements
• Adherence to all food safety, quality, animal welfare, and workplace safety policies
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, tools, and equipment as required

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details

The General Production Team Members support the Smart Chicken poultry processing operations by performing a variety of production and labor functions as assigned. Team members will be placed in the position they chose at the time of hiring and may be rotated across multiple areas of the facility based on operational needs, staffing requirements, and business demand. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

• Hanging live birds
• Handling and processing inedible materials in accordance with food safety and environmental standards
• Trimming product to ensure proper quality standards are met
• Rehanger labor to ensure proper product flow
• Sorting duties, ensuring product meets FPS standards
• Whole bird processing and specialty handling
• Production flex assignments, rotating between positions as needed to support production requirements
• Adherence to all food safety, quality, animal welfare, and workplace safety policies
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, tools, and equipment as required

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to humid or warm temperatures, cold temperatures, wet conditions, and poultry products. (below 40°F)
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Repetitive motions and frequent use of hands and arms
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling product as required by the position
• Willing and able to lift/carry up to 45 lbs
• Use of knives or cutting tools in designated roles, following all safety procedures

Other Physical Requirements

• Bending and stooping
• Occasional Squat, reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.), crouch, kneel, balance, (Occasionally)
• Climb height: Occasionally (5 - 10 ft.)

Schedule and Flexibility

• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Willingness to rotate between departments or positions based on operational needs

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, attendance, and performance expectations

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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