General Production Labor 2nd Shift (November) Carthage, MS

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Carthage Plant (Choctaw) in Carthage, Mississippi is hiring for General Production Labor on the 2nd shift. The role involves entry-level, non-skilled labor across Fresh Processing areas with strict safety and PPE protocols. The position requires the ability to stand long hours, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in varied temperatures.

Base pay is $17.45 per hour with a $1.00/hour shift differential for the 2nd shift. Applicants must provide government ID; background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to push, pull, carry and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work in damp, cold, or hot environments and reach above shoulder level.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level general labor in various Fresh Processing areas (DSI, Debone, Deli lines, Evisceration).
• Adhere to Tyson safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Assist with tasks that may involve knives/scissors or powered equipment as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Pushing/pulling

Safety awareness

PPE compliance

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## General Production Labor 2nd Shift (November) Carthage, MSApply: Carthage Plant (Choctaw) - Carthage, Mississippi: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 2, 2026 (2 days left to apply): R0493944**Job Details:****Pay:** $17.45 /Per hour + $ 1.00/hour Shift differential for 2nd shift **JOB DETAILS:**This position is responsible for entry-level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. This position could work in any area of the Fresh Processing including the DSI, Debone, Deli lines, and Evisceration. **SUMMARY:*** Be able to push, pull, carry, and/or lift up to 50 pounds for some positions. Must be willing to work in damp, cold, or hot environments, and reach above shoulder level.* Be able to stand 8- 10 hours a day on hard surfaces.* Able to perform repetitive motion.* Must be able to climb up and down stairs to get to and from the work areas.* Must wear PPE, frocks, gloves, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net and beard guard. **ATTENTION:** These positions may involve use of a knife and or scissors to bone out or trim pieces of product or involve the use of powered equipment such as saws or skinner machines. **All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history.** * **Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**2ND 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.